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French Onion Meatloaf – A Comforting Twist on a Classic

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A savory, cheesy meatloaf inspired by French onion soup — made with caramelized onions, beef broth, and topped with melty Gruyère cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground beef (80/20)

  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1/4 cup beef broth (plus more for brushing)

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1½ cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese

Instructions

  • Caramelize onions in butter and oil over medium heat for 30–40 mins. Add sugar and broth near the end. Cool slightly.

  • In a bowl, mix ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, cooled onions, Worcestershire, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and broth.

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Shape into a loaf on a lined baking sheet. Brush with broth.

  • Bake for 40 minutes. Add cheese, bake 10–15 mins more until melted and golden.

  • Rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, add 1–2 tbsp sour cream or ketchup.

  • Freeze before or after baking for easy meal prep.

  • Try Fontina or mozzarella if you don’t have Gruyère.

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