Lipton French Onion Meatloaf with Caramelized Onions
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 1 hr
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Level
- medium
- Cuisine
- American
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.
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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
Method
8 steps- 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.
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