Description
This French Onion Meatloaf recipe combines the savory flavors of caramelized onions and Gruyere cheese with a moist and flavorful blend of ground beef and pork. A delicious twist on a classic comfort food favorite.
Ingredients
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Caramelized Onions:
- 2 tbsp butter or bacon grease
- 1 large white onion, cut in half lengthwise and thinly sliced
- Salt
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Meatloaf:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork or another lb ground beef
- 1 cup ground pork rinds or 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 4 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated
Instructions
- Caramelized Onions: In a large skillet over low heat, melt the butter or bacon grease. Add sliced onions, salt, and cook until soft and golden brown. Stir in thyme, then set aside.
- Meatloaf: Preheat oven to 350F. Combine ground meat, pork rinds, onion powder, pepper, salt, egg, and half of caramelized onions. Form into a loaf on a baking sheet. Bake for 40-50 minutes at 160F internal temperature. Top with cheese and remaining onions. Melt cheese in warm oven for 5 minutes.
