Description
Hearty French onion meatloaf promises a comforting culinary journey through classic flavor combinations. Rich beef blends with caramelized onions and savory herbs, delivering a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
Cheese and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 cup caramelized onions
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly combine ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of seasonings.
- Gently incorporate half of the caramelized onions and half of the shredded cheese into the meat mixture, maintaining a delicate texture.
- Mold the seasoned meat blend into a compact, uniform loaf shape, carefully transferring it to a lightly greased loaf pan.
- Artfully arrange the remaining caramelized onions across the top of the meatloaf, followed by a generous sprinkle of the remaining cheese.
- Create a moisture-rich environment by carefully pouring warm beef broth around the meatloaf, which will help prevent drying during cooking.
- Slide the prepared meatloaf into a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C), allowing it to roast for approximately 45-50 minutes.
- Verify doneness by checking that the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Remove from oven and allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and ensuring a tender, flavorful result.
- Slice and serve the French onion meatloaf, showcasing the beautifully caramelized onions and melted cheese topping.
Notes
- Ensure ground beef is at room temperature for more even mixing and better texture.
- Gently mix ingredients to prevent dense, tough meatloaf; overmixing can make meat tough.
- Use lean ground beef (85/15 or 90/10) to reduce excess grease while maintaining moisture.
- Swap breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour for celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg