Description
This Irresistible French Onion Meatloaf combines the classic flavors of French onion soup with a hearty meatloaf. The caramelized onions and Gruyère cheese take this dish to the next level.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 pounds ground beef (80-85% lean)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or day-old bread, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté onions: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions until caramelized. Set aside to cool.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Gruyère cheese, egg, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, garlic, salt, pepper, and cooled onions.
- Form loaf: Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can serve this meatloaf with a side of mashed potatoes and green beans for a complete meal.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding herbs or spices of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: French onion meatloaf, comfort food, savory dinner recipe