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A sliced Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf topped with melted Swiss cheese and garnished with fresh thyme
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Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf with Melted Swiss Cheese

This comforting dish combines the classic flavors of French onion soup with hearty meatloaf, topped with gooey Swiss cheese.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Meatloaf Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 packet French onion soup mix
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup caramelized onions
  • 1 cup Swiss cheese, sliced
  • to taste Fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, French onion soup mix, breadcrumbs, milk, beaten eggs, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix everything until well combined.
  • Line your crockpot with parchment paper or foil for easy removal.
  • Press half of the meat mixture into the bottom of the crockpot.
  • Layer the caramelized onions and half of the Swiss cheese on top.
  • Add the rest of the meat mixture, pressing it gently to seal the edges.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  • In the last 10 minutes, sprinkle the remaining Swiss cheese on top and cover until melted.
  • Garnish with fresh thyme and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use homemade caramelized onions. You can also experiment with different cheeses like provolone or cheddar for a unique flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Fat: 28g