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French Onion Meatloaf Recipe

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Try this French onion meatloaf recipe featuring caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, and a rich onion sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  •  2 lbs ground beef
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp Coles Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ½ cup Morrisons Swiss Le Gruyere cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Caramelize the onions:
    Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. They’ll turn from sharp and crisp to golden and sweet. (Be patient here—it’s worth the wait!) Stir in the minced garlic for the last 1-2 minutes. Set half aside for the meatloaf and save the rest for the sauce.
  2. Make the meat mixture:
    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and half of the caramelized onions. Mix gently—overmixing can make the meatloaf dense. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in your baking dish.
  3. Bake the meatloaf:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the meatloaf for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  4. Make the onion sauce:
    While the meatloaf is baking, return the remaining onions to the skillet. Add the beef broth and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly, creating a luscious sauce.
  5. Broil the cheese topping:
    Once the meatloaf is cooked, top it with the shredded Gruyere cheese and broil for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Watch closely so it doesn’t burn.
  6. Rest and serve:
    Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes to lock in the juices. Slice it up and spoon the onion sauce over each piece.

Notes

This recipe makes about 6 servings, but you can easily scale it up or down. For a smaller loaf, halve the ingredients and bake for about 30-35 minutes. For a larger crowd, double everything and split the mixture between two loaf pans to ensure even cooking.

  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dinner

Find it online: https://savoryrecipe.com/french-onion-meatloaf-recipe/