Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (choose 80/20 for juiciness)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably plain or Italian seasoned)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (adds moisture and flavor)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg (for binding)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional for extra aroma)
• 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced (key for deep caramelized sweetness)
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (helps caramelize onions evenly)
• 2 teaspoons sugar (enhances the caramelization)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (to thicken the sauce)
• 2 cups beef broth (rich base for the sauce)
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional, but perfectly complements the flavors)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (adds depth and umami)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (classic French herb)
• Salt
• pepper