Lipton French Onion Meatloaf with Caramelized Onions
Ground beef meatloaf bound with breadcrumbs and beef broth, seasoned with Lipton Beefy Onion Soup mix. Topped with melted Swiss cheese and caramelized onions sautéed until golden brown. A savory, comforting main dish that combines the flavors of classic French onion soup with a traditional meatloaf.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef, 90/10 mix
- ¾ cup unflavored breadcrumbs, dry
- ¾ cup beef broth
- 1 envelope Lipton Beefy Onion Soup mix, dry, unpreparedFrench onion soup mix1:1seasoning
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- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 ½ cups yellow onions, sliced
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- 2
Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, beef broth, dry soup mix, eggs, and ketchup in a large mixing bowl. Mix until well incorporated.
- 3
Pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet and form into a loaf approximately 10 inches long by 4 inches wide.
- 4
Bake uncovered for 60 minutes at 350 degrees.
- 5
While meatloaf bakes, heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced onions and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until slightly translucent and browned. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
- 6
Remove meatloaf from oven. Layer cheese slices evenly over the top.
- 7
Return to oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
- 8
Remove from oven and top with caramelized onions. Serve.
Tips
The meatloaf mixture will be thick; this is normal and ensures proper binding.
Caramelizing the onions while the meatloaf bakes saves time.
The loaf dimensions do not need to be exact; focus on forming a cohesive shape.
Good to Know
Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Mix meatloaf ingredients and form loaf up to 24 hours ahead; refrigerate covered. Caramelize onions up to 2 days ahead and reheat gently before serving.
Slice and serve hot. Pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Common Mistakes
Overmix the meat mixture to avoid a dense, tough texture; stir just until combined.
Don't skip caramelizing the onions; rushing this step produces raw or undercooked onions instead of sweet, browned ones.
Add cheese too early to avoid overmelting or browning excessively before serving.
Substitutions
Gluten-Free Swaps
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