French Onion Meatloaf
Savor the rich flavors of French onion meatloaf with caramelized onions, melted cheese, and juicy beef. A must-try comfort food classic!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- Oven
Ingredients
Meatloaf Base
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or keto alternative (almond flour, crushed pork rinds)
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Caramelized Onions
- 2 large onions thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce for deglazing
Toppings
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese or Swiss, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and add butter and olive oil.
- Add sliced onions and cook slowly for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- Deglaze with Worcestershire sauce, stirring to release browned bits. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and half of the caramelized onions.
- Mix gently until combined. Do not overwork the meat.
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
- Remove from oven and top with shredded cheese.
- Return to the oven for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a keto-friendly version, use crushed pork rinds or almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.