Slow Cooker French Onion Meatloaf
A comforting, juicy meatloaf infused with the rich flavors of French onion soup and topped with gooey Swiss cheese.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Meatloaf Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Ground Beef
- 1 cup French Onion Soup Canned or homemade
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs Plain, any type
- 0.5 cup Grated Swiss Cheese Freshly grated
- 0.25 cup Chopped Parsley Finely chopped
- 1 large Egg Beaten
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
- 0.5 cup Additional Swiss Cheese For topping, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare your slow cooker by lightly spraying the insert with nonstick spray or lining with a slow-cooker liner for easy cleanup.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, French onion soup, breadcrumbs, grated Swiss cheese, chopped parsley, beaten egg, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix the ingredients gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf about the size and shape of your slow cooker base. Transfer the loaf to the slow cooker, placing it in the center.
- Pour any remaining French onion soup mixture over the top of the loaf for extra moisture and flavor.
- Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. The meatloaf is done when internal temperature reaches 160°F and it feels firm to the touch.
- About 30 minutes before the end of cooking, sprinkle additional Swiss cheese evenly over the meatloaf. Close the lid and let the cheese melt into a gooey finish.
- When done, carefully lift the meatloaf onto a cutting board, slice, and serve hot. Spoon some of the cooking juices over each slice for extra flavor.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.