French Onion Stuffed Meatballs

Stuffed with caramelized onions and mozzarella, these French Onion Meatballs are a hearty meal inspired by the classic au gratin soup recipe. A comfort food dinner the entire family will enjoy!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My family and I love this recipe, thank you! I cook this all the time.                                                         -Rachelle

HOW TO MAKE THEM

French Onion Stuffed Meatballs

YIELD

5 servings

TOTAL TIME

1 hr 30 mins

Ingredients  For the onions: – 1 Tablespoon olive oil – 2 large onions, halved and thinly sliced – 1/2 Tablespoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme – 1 teaspoon salt – 1/2 teaspoon pepper – 1/4 cup beef broth – 1/4 cup red wine or more beef broth

Ingredients  For the meatballs: – 1 1/2 lbs ground beef – 1/4 cup bread crumbs or ground oats, gluten free, if needed – 1 Tablespoon minced fresh parsley – 3/4 teaspoon pepper – 1 teaspoon kosher salt – 1 large egg – 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cut about 1-2 oz. into sixteen approximately half-inch cubes to stuff the meatballs, then shred the rest – 1/2 Tablespoon olive oil – Fresh chopped parsley for garnish, optional

Ingredients  For the sauce: – 1 3/4 cup beef broth – 1/4 cup red wine or more beef broth – 2 Tablespoons cornstarch – salt & pepper to taste

Caramelize the Onions

1

Heat oil in a skillet over medium, add onions, salt & pepper, cook 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently or until caramelized.

REduce the liquid

2

Add thyme, sauté for minute or two, then add the wine and beef broth. Reduce until very little liquid remains. Set aside.

Make meat mixture

3

Combine all ingredients except the cheese in a large bowl, and gently combine with your hands.

Stuff Meatballs

4

Divide the meat mixture into sixteen equal pieces and flatten each one. Place about a half tablespoon of the onions and one cube of cheese in the center.

Seal Meatballs

5

Wrap the meatball around the onions and cheese, sealing as best you can. Repeat with the remaining meat, onions, and cheese cubes.

Brown Meatballs

6

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add the meatballs and brown on all sides.

Make Sauce & Bake

7

Whisk together the sauce ingredients and pour over the meatballs. Place in the oven and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.

Top with cheese

8

 Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the meatballs and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through, then broil for 2-3 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Garnish & Serve

9

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and enjoy over rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or just one their own.

French Onion Stuffed Meatballs