🧅 Cheesy French Onion Meatloaf 🍖🧀🍽️
Juicy, savory meatloaf tpped with caramelized onions and melted cheese—this comforting twist on a classic is packed with French onion soup flavor and baked to tender perfection!
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⏱ Prep Time: 20 mins
🔥 Cook Time: 55 mins
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Calories: ~520 kcal per serving
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🧂 Ingredients:
For the Meatloaf:
2 lbs ground beef
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 packet onion soup mix (or 2 tbsp dried onion + bouillon)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Onion Topping:
2 medium yellow onions (thinly sliced)
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp brown sugar
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup shredded cheese (Gruyère or mozzarella)
Chopped parsley for garnish
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👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Caramelize the Onions:
In a skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat.
Add onions, salt, and sugar. Cook slowly for 20–25 mins, stirring often, until golden and soft. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Meatloaf:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, mix beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, onion soup mix, cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Shape into a loaf and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or loaf pan.
3. Bake:
Bake meatloaf for 40–45 mins.
Remove from oven, top with caramelized onions and cheese.
Bake another 10 mins until cheese is bubbly and golden.
4. Rest & Serve:
Let rest 10 mins before slicing.
Garnish with parsley and drizzle with pan juices.
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💡 Pro Tip:
Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to your meat mixture for deeper umami and richness! 🔥
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Hearty, cheesy, and loaded with caramelized magic—this meatloaf is comfort food royalty! 👑🧅🍽️
