Delicious Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf Recipe
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the Delicious Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf Recipe, where classic meets contemporary in a delightful union of caramelized onions and melted Swiss cheese. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners, offering a hearty meal that warms the soul. The slow cooker takes care of all the hard work, allowing you to go about your day while your meatloaf cooks to perfection. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or as a flavorful sandwich for effortless leftovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 large yellow onions (caramelized)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dried thyme
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown (about 20-30 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool.
- Prepare Meat Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooled caramelized onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme. Mix until just combined.
- Shape and Cook: Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a greased slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or on high for about 3 hours.
- Add Cheese: In the last 15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded Swiss cheese on top and cover until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg