These French-style meatballs offer a comforting twist on the classic dish. By blending lean ground beef with savory sausage meat, you get a juicy interior that stays moist even after simmering. The addition of milk-soaked bread ensures a tender texture, while fresh parsley and onion infuse every bite with aromatic freshness. Finished in a light but flavorful consommé sauce thickened with butter and flour, these meatballs are perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. They pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. A simple yet elegant meal that feels homemade and satisfying.
French Meatballs
Description
These French-style meatballs offer a comforting twist on the classic dish. By blending lean ground beef with savory sausage meat, you get a juicy interior that stays moist even after simmering. The addition of milk-soaked bread ensures a tender texture, while fresh parsley and onion infuse every bite with aromatic freshness. Finished in a light but flavorful consommé sauce thickened with butter and flour, these meatballs are perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. They pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. A simple yet elegant meal that feels homemade and satisfying.Ingredients
Directions
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Finely dice the onion and mince the parsley.
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Soak the dry bread in milk until soft, then squeeze out excess liquid.
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In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, sausage meat, onion, parsley, soaked bread, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
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Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
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Form the mixture into small, uniform meatballs.
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Lightly roll the meatballs in flour, shaking off any excess.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
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Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
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Gradually whisk in 2 cups of consommé (or beef broth), stirring constantly until smooth.
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Add fresh parsley, thyme, and a bay leaf to the sauce.
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Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 464.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.5g24%
- Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
- Cholesterol 162.8mg55%
- Sodium 2043.9mg86%
- Total Carbohydrate 34.4g12%
- Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
- Sugars 6.5g
- Protein 43.5g87%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
