Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Delicious Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf Recipe, a delightful twist on a classic dish that will become a family favorite. With rich, caramelized onions blended into lean ground beef and topped with gooey Swiss cheese, this meatloaf is both hearty and satisfying. The best part? You can set it in your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you go about your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 large yellow onions (caramelized)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 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 and cook sliced onions until golden brown (about 20-30 minutes). Set aside.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mix together ground beef, cooled caramelized onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings until just combined.
- Shape and cook: Form the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased slow cooker. Cook on low for about 6 hours or high for approximately 3 hours.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded Swiss cheese on top during the last 15 minutes of cooking to melt.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in Worcestershire sauce or Dijon mustard. Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a leaner option. Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or Monterey Jack for unique variations.