French Onion Gruyère Meatloaf (Print)
Juicy beef meatloaf featuring caramelized onions and gooey Gruyère cheese for an elevated comfort food experience.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat
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700g ground beef
→ Binders
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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120ml milk
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1 large egg, beaten
→ Aromatics
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ For Cooking
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2 tablespoons butter
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60ml beef broth
→ Topping
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200g shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
# Directions:
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Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
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In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the thinly sliced onions until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 20-25 minutes. Add a splash of beef broth to deglaze the pan and stir until the liquid is absorbed. Set aside to cool.
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In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, minced garlic, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
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Fold in the caramelized onions and half of the shredded Gruyère cheese. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F).
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Sprinkle the remaining shredded Gruyère cheese over the top of the meatloaf and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing to ensure juices redistribute throughout the meat.
# Notes:
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For best results, use a meat thermometer to verify doneness
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The caramelized onions can be made a day ahead and refrigerated
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For a richer flavor, substitute half of the beef with ground pork