Ingredients
Scale
Gather your ingredients, and let’s get started on this delicious adventure:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a lighter version, or add a touch of soy sauce for an umami kick. Remember, cooking is all about making it your own!
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to bring this delightful dish to life:
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and sugar, cooking until the onions are caramelized and golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
- Transfer the caramelized onions to the crockpot, adding in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
- Gently place the meatballs into the crockpot, ensuring they are submerged in the broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the meatballs are tender and cooked through.
- When ready to serve, sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese over the meatballs, allowing it to melt into gooey perfection.
Cooking tip: For an added layer of flavor, you can sear the meatballs in a hot pan before adding them to the crockpot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International