French onion meatloaf.

Ooooh 😏 French Onion Meatloaf—basically your classic meatloaf but infused with caramelized onions, savory herbs, and a rich French onion flavor. Here’s a simple, tasty recipe:

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French Onion Meatloaf

Ingredients (serves 4–6)

• 1 ½ lbs (700 g) ground beef (or beef/pork mix)
• 1 cup French onion soup (canned or homemade)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• ½ cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp thyme (optional)
• 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese (optional, for topping)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven & prepare pan
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Lightly grease a loaf pan or line with parchment.
2. Caramelize onions (optional but recommended)
   • Sauté chopped onions in a little butter or oil over medium heat until golden brown (5–7 min).
   • Add garlic for the last minute.
3. Mix meatloaf ingredients
   • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, caramelized onions and garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme.
   • Mix gently until combined (don’t overmix).
4. Shape & bake
   • Shape mixture into a loaf and place in prepared pan.
   • Pour ½ cup French onion soup over the top.
5. Bake
   • Bake 55–65 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
6. Add cheese (optional)
   • If using cheese, sprinkle on top during the last 10 minutes of baking until melted and bubbly.
7. Rest & serve
   • Let the meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing.
   • Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a side salad.

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Tips

• Extra flavor: Add a little garlic powder or smoked paprika to the meat mixture.
• Topping variation: Mix French onion soup with a bit of ketchup for a sweeter glaze.
• Make ahead: Can be assembled the night before and baked the next day.

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💡 Fun twist: For an ultra-French Onion flavor, you can also mix some caramelized onions and soup inside the meatloaf, then top with melted Swiss cheese—like a savory onion explosion in every bite.

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If you want, I can make a one-pan, extra-easy French Onion Meatloaf recipe that’s fast, messy-free, and perfect for busy nights 😏.

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