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Crockpot French Onion Meatballs
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🛒 Quick Ingredients
📋 Complete Ingredients List
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🍳 Quick Cooking Steps
In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Form mixture into meatballs, about 1-inch in size.
Brown meatballs in skillet for 5 minutes on medium heat.
Transfer meatballs to slow cooker and pour beef broth over them.
Spread french onion dip on top of meatballs.
Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours.
In the last 30 minutes, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
🔧 Kitchen Tools & Equipment
📋 Complete Tools List
- Slow cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Large skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
⚡ Quick Cooking Tips
Brown meatballs first for better flavornUse a liner for easy cleanupnLet rest before serving for flavornDouble the recipe for meal prep
📊 Nutrition Facts
📦 Storage & Meal Prep
🥶 Storage Instructions
- Store in an airtight container for 4 daysnKeep in refrigerator below 40°FnReheat thoroughly before serving
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
- Prep meatballs night before and chillnCook fully, portion into containersnFreezes well for future meals
❄️ Freezing Guide
- Freeze in portions for up to 3 monthsnThaw overnight in refrigeratornReheat gently, adding broth if needed
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with crusty breadnPair with a green saladnGarnish with fresh parsleynServe over mashed potatoes or pasta
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Not browning meatballs leads to sogginessnUsing too much liquid can make it waterynForgetting to coat with cheese before servingnOvercooking dries out meatballs
🎨 Recipe Variations
- Add diced mushrooms for extra flavornUse turkey or chicken for lighter optionnSpicy version add red pepper flakesnVegetarian version using lentils instead
❓ Quick Cooking Q&A
Yes, ground turkey works well for a lighter option.
Use cream of onion soup or similar dip.
Yes, they freeze well for up to 3 months.
Stored properly, leftovers last for 4 days.
Yes, add hardy vegetables at the start.
