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French Onion Meatloaf

A comforting meatloaf recipe that combines the savory depths of French onion soup with classic meatloaf, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef You can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced Reserve half for topping.
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing onions.
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese Swiss cheese can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme A pinch of fresh is a good substitute.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and sauté until golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, half of the sautéed onions, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, thyme, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Mix gently to avoid a rubbery texture.
Baking
  1. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish, smoothing out the surface.
  2. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour.
  3. About 10 minutes before it finishes baking, sprinkle the remaining caramelized onions over the top and cover with the Gruyère cheese. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  4. Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for a day or two. No measuring needed for onion layers; the flavor will still be great.