Savory French Onion Meatloaf
Savory French Onion Meatloaf is a delightful twist on a classic comfort dish, featuring tender ground beef mingled with sweet caramelized onions and melted cheese. Each slice offers a burst of rich flavors, ideal for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. This easy-to-make meatloaf is sure to impress your family and friends, making it an instant favorite at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup caramelized onions (about 2 medium onions)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup ketchup (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté sliced onions until golden brown (about 15-20 minutes). Allow cooling slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, cooled onions, breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread ketchup over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Allow resting for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg