Description
Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf with Melted Swiss Cheese is a hearty, comforting dish that combines juicy ground beef with French onion seasoning, caramelized onions, and gooey Swiss cheese. Slow-cooked to perfection, it’s a flavorful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 packet dry French onion soup mix
- 1 cup caramelized onions (or sautéed until golden)
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and soup mix. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape mixture into a loaf and place into the crockpot (use parchment paper for easy lifting if desired).
- Spoon caramelized onions evenly over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- About 10 minutes before serving, lay Swiss cheese slices on top. Cover and let melt completely.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Mix half ground beef and half ground pork for added flavor.
- Swap Swiss with provolone or Gruyère for a different finish.
- Add beef gravy or serve with mashed potatoes for extra comfort.
- Lightly grease the crockpot or line with parchment for easy cleanup.
- Oven option: bake at 375°F for 50–60 minutes, adding cheese in last 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
