Description
Indulge in a comforting twist on a classic dish with this Delicious Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf Recipe. Combining the rich sweetness of caramelized onions with gooey Swiss cheese, this hearty meal is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. The best part? The slow cooker does all the work while you enjoy time with your loved ones. This meatloaf is not just delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a favorite for busy weeknights. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or slice it for mouthwatering sandwiches the next day.
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
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dried thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown (20-30 minutes), then set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooled onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings; mix gently.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it into a greased crockpot.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- In the last 15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded Swiss cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg