French Onion Meatloaf (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 lbs ground beef
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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2 eggs
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp dried thyme
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2 tbsp butter
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1 cup beef broth
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1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
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1 tbsp olive oil
# Instructions:
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onions and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix in half of the caramelized onions. Gently mix until just combined.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape the meat mixture into a loaf in a baking dish or loaf pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
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In a skillet, add the remaining caramelized onions and 1 cup beef broth. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to reduce slightly and thicken into an onion sauce.
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Remove meatloaf from the oven and top with grated Gruyère cheese. Broil for 3-5 minutes until bubbly and golden.
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Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve with the French onion sauce spooned over the top.
# Notes:
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For extra flavor, try mixing a little Dijon mustard into the meatloaf mixture or adding fresh thyme to the onion sauce.