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French Onion Meatloaf Recipe

French Onion Meatloaf Recipe with Savory Cheese Bliss

A comforting French Onion Meatloaf recipe combines the rich flavors of onion soup and tender meatloaf, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Pork or Turkey Can substitute with any ground meat
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Opt for gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Swap with nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 packet French Onion Soup Mix Make your own if desired
  • 1/2 cup Milk Almond milk or other non-dairy options are fine
  • 1 large Egg Replace with a flax egg for vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can add more depth
For the Caramelized Onion Glaze
  • 2 large Onions Thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Swap for plant-based butter for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Brown sugar can create a richer taste
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth is a vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Look for a vegan version if desired
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch serves as a gluten-free alternative
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Gruyère or Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with your favorite melting cheese

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease the loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork or turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, French onion soup mix, milk, egg, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Shape the mixture in the loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Sauté sliced onions with butter and sugar until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  5. Thicken the glaze by adding flour, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce, cooking until syrupy.
  6. Spread the caramelized onion glaze on the meatloaf and top with shredded cheese; return to the oven for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Patience is key when caramelizing onions; chill the meatloaf before baking to enhance flavors.

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