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COZY MASH-UP
French Onion Meatloaf Is the Cozy Mash-Up You Didn't Know You Needed
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5.0 (198)|(2 Reviews)Tender beef and pork meatloaf infused with caramelized onions, topped with melted Gruyère cheese.
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By Theodora Kaloudis (Recipe Developer)•Published May 16, 2026
⏱ 1 hr 15 mins
Simply Recipes / Theodora Kaloudis🔥 510 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Caramelized onions keep the meatloaf tender and deeply flavorful.
- Melted Gruyère crust on top replaces traditional ketchup glaze.
COZY MASH-UP
French Onion Meatloaf Is the Cozy Mash-Up You Didn't Know You Needed
Everything you love about French onion soup—sweet slow-cooked onions, thyme, rich beef broth reduction, and gooey melted Swiss and Gruyère cheese—baked right into a juicy weeknight meatloaf.
Prep Time25 mins
Cook Time50 mins
Total Time1 hr 15 mins
Servings6 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (80/20) and 1/2 lb ground pork
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced thin and caramelized in butter
- 1 packet French onion soup mix or 2 tbsp beef bouillon
- 3/4 cup crushed butter crackers or panko
- 2 large eggs & 1/3 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Directions
1
Caramelize onions
Cook onions in butter with a pinch of thyme for 15 minutes until sweet and deep golden.
2
Mix and shape loaf
Gently combine meats, half the caramelized onions, soup mix, crackers, eggs, and milk. Shape into a loaf on a baking sheet.
3
Bake with cheese topping
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40 mins. Top with remaining onions and Gruyère; bake 10 mins more until cheese bubbles.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Do not overmix the meat to ensure a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories510 kcal
Protein38g
Carbs14g
Total Fat32g
Sodium: 640mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
