Description
Savory french onion meatloaf blends classic comfort with french bistro elegance, merging ground beef and caramelized onions into a hearty main dish. Cheese-topped and rich with deep flavor, this meatloaf will satisfy hungry diners seeking a memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) ground beef
- 1 packet French onion soup mix
- 1 cup (240 ml) caramelized onions
- 1 cup (120 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (120 g) breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsps ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tbsps brown sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even cooking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, whisking in the egg to create a cohesive mixture.
- Incorporate French onion soup mix, richly caramelized onions, grated cheese, and milk, gently folding ingredients until uniformly distributed.
- Mold the meat mixture into a compact, symmetrical loaf, carefully transferring it to a prepared baking tray or ceramic loaf pan.
- Craft a tangy glaze by whisking ketchup and brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
- Generously brush the glaze across the entire surface of the meatloaf, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Transfer the meatloaf to the preheated oven, allowing it to roast for 50-60 minutes until the internal temperature precisely reaches 160F (71C).
- Once cooked, remove from oven and let the meatloaf rest undisturbed for 10 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute and enhance overall flavor.
- Slice into thick, hearty portions and serve immediately while still warm.
Notes
- Toast breadcrumbs lightly before mixing to enhance their texture and prevent sogginess in the meatloaf.
- Drain caramelized onions thoroughly to avoid excess moisture that could make the meatloaf too wet.
- Choose lean ground beef (85/15 or 90/10) to keep the meatloaf tender without being greasy.
- For a gluten-free version, replace breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg