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Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

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Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

Slow Cooker French Onion Soup combines the delicious richness of French Onion Soup with the soft, comforting texture of meatballs with the perfection of slow cooking. This dish is great for gatherings, potlucks, or a hearty family meal that requires little effort but is still effective. How to make:
Ingredients:
FOR:
• 1/2 pound (about 680 g) ground beef
• 1/2 cup bread
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
FOR THE FRENCH:
• 2 tablespoons butter
• large onion, finely chopped
• 1 sugar. thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese (optional, on top)
Preparation:

PREPARATION OF MEAT:
1. Mix spices: In a large bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well combined, but be careful not to overmix to tenderize the meat.
2. Shape the meatballs: Form the mixture into approximately 2.5 cm meatballs. You should get 20-24 meatballs.
3. Yellow (optional): For extra flavor, place the meatballs over medium heat before adding them to the slow cooker. This step is optional but recommended.
ESTABLISHMENT OF NATIONAL AND PERMANENT NATION STATES:
1. Caramelize the onions: Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sugar (if using) and cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.

2. Add the flour: Sprinkle the flour over the caramelized onions and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the taste of the flour.
3. Deglaze: Add the beef broth and red wine to the skillet. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for a couple of minutes to combine the flavors.

4. Slow Cook: Transfer the caramelized onion mixture to the slow cooker. Add the meatballs, gently stirring to cover them in the sauce.
5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through.
INGREDIENTS:
1. Add cheese (optional): If using Gruyère cheese, sprinkle it over the meat during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Cover again until the cheese melts and thickens.
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Tips:
• Preparation: You can prepare these meatballs and refrigerate them overnight or freeze them for later use; which makes them perfect for meal preparation.
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This dish brings out the flavor of French Onion Soup with a crowd-pleasing, easy-to-make meatball recipe; Perfect for any occasion that requires a hot, delicious meal with minimal fuss. Enjoy a must-try meal by combining delicious meatballs with rich sauces, onion rings and your favorite appetizers.

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