Description
French Onion Meatloaf is a comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions and melted cheese with tender ground beef. This family favorite is perfect for chilly nights and gatherings, offering a savory taste that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, this meatloaf is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup caramelized onions (about 2 medium onions)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a skillet, sauté sliced onions in butter until golden brown (15-20 minutes). Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, cooled onions, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf in the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes.
- Add cheese on top in the last 10 minutes of baking until melted.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg