French Onion Meatloaf (Printable Version)
Caramelized onions meet seasoned beef and melted Gruyère in a comforting, flavorful loaf baked to perfection.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Meat and Dairy
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900 grams ground beef
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100 grams shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
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2 large eggs
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
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2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
→ Pantry Items
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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100 grams breadcrumbs
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120 milliliters beef broth
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
# Guide to Cooking:
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook the sliced onions for 25 to 30 minutes until caramelized. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
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Preheat the oven to 190°C and grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet.
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In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and half of the caramelized onions until just blended.
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Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan.
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Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
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Top the loaf with the remaining caramelized onions and shredded cheese.
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Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese has melted and the internal temperature reaches 71°C.
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Allow the loaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Slow caramelization of onions is essential for deep flavor development.