Description

This French Onion Meatloaf is an irresistible twist on a classic comfort dish. Packed with caramelized onions, gooey melted cheese, and a rich beef base, it’s bursting with flavor in every bite. Think of all the warmth of French onion soup, but in a hearty, juicy meatloaf form—perfect for cozy dinners or special family meals!

Ingredients

•1 ½ lbs ground beef

•1 cup caramelized onions (about 2 medium onions)

•1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese

•1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)

•1 large egg

•2 cloves garlic, minced

•2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

•1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

•1 teaspoon dried thyme

•1 teaspoon salt

•½ teaspoon black pepper

•½ cup beef broth

•Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Caramelize the Onions: Heat a pan over medium heat, add a tablespoon of butter, and cook the onions until golden brown and soft, about 20 minutes. Let cool.

3. Mix the Meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, caramelized onions, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined.

4. Shape and Add Cheese: Form half of the meat mixture into a loaf shape on a lined baking sheet. Make a small well in the center and fill with shredded Gruyère cheese. Top with the remaining meat mixture, sealing the edges.

5. Bake: Pour the beef broth around the meatloaf for extra moisture. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

6. Serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

•Make Ahead: You can prepare the meatloaf mixture up to 24 hours ahead and store it in the fridge. Just pop it in the oven when you’re ready!

•Leftovers: This meatloaf is amazing the next day—slice it up for sandwiches, or reheat in the oven.

•Caramelizing Onions Tip: To speed up caramelizing the onions, add a pinch of sugar while they cook to bring out their sweetness even faster.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French-American fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of loaf)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 110mg