Tender beef meatballs are simmered in a rich onion gravy made with caramelized onions and savory broth. Optional melted cheese turns this into a comfort food favorite perfect for cold nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
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1 lb ground beef (80/20)
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1 egg
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1/4 cup grated onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp pepper
For the Onion Gravy:
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 large yellow onions, sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp thyme (fresh or 1/2 tsp dried)
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2 tsp balsamic vinegar or 1/4 cup white wine
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2 cups low-sodium beef broth
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1 tsp cornstarch (optional)
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1/2 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Cook onions in butter and oil over medium heat until deeply golden (25–30 mins). Add garlic, cook 1 min more.
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Mix beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Form into meatballs.
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Brown meatballs in a skillet until golden. Remove and set aside.
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Return onions to the pan, add thyme, deglaze with vinegar or wine, and pour in broth. Simmer.
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Stir in cornstarch slurry if needed to thicken.
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Add meatballs to sauce and cook 10–12 mins until done.
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Optional: Top with cheese, cover to melt. Serve hot.