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Tender beef meatballs simmered in a rich caramelized onion sauce and topped with melted Gruyère — a cozy twist on classic French onion soup.

Ingredients

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For the meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)

For the sauce:

  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • 1 tbsp flour

  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 2–3 thyme sprigs

  • 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese

Instructions

  • Caramelize onions in butter and olive oil over medium-low heat until golden and jammy (30–40 minutes).

  • Mix all meatball ingredients and form into 1.5-inch balls. Chill if needed.

  • Brown meatballs in a skillet and set aside.

  • Add flour to onions, stir, then slowly add beef broth. Simmer until slightly thickened.

  • Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer 10–15 minutes until fully cooked.

  • Top with cheese, cover, and let melt or broil briefly.

  • Serve hot with sauce over mashed potatoes, noodles, or bread.

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