French Onion Meatloaf
A delicious twist on traditional meatloaf with caramelized onions, ground beef, and melted cheese for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter For caramelizing onions
- 0.25 cup beef broth For deglazing
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the thinly sliced onions for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown.
- Add a splash of beef broth to deglaze the pan, stirring until the liquid is absorbed. Set the onions aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, minced garlic, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the caramelized onions and half of the shredded Gruyère cheese into the meat mixture.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Once the meatloaf is cooked, sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese over the top.
- Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Notes
Ensure to caramelize the onions well for added flavor. You can customize by adding herbs or using different cheeses.