Description
French Onion Meatloaf is a mouthwatering twist on the classic dish that brings together the rich flavors of caramelized onions and melted Gruyère cheese. This tender, savory meatloaf is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, ensuring that every bite is filled with comfort and satisfaction. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can impress your guests and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20)
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- ½ cup French fried onions (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish or loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- Sauté sliced onions in butter over medium heat until golden brown and caramelized (about 15-20 minutes). Reserve some for topping.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf in the prepared dish.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F (70°C). Top with Gruyère cheese and reserved onions during the last few minutes of baking.
- Add French fried onions for crunch in the final five minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg