French onion savory dish (Print-Friendly Version)

This French onion meatloaf features caramelized onions, a tangy glaze, and a blend of ground beef and pork. Ideal for cozy dinners or casual gatherings in any season. A keeper.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Meat Base

01 - 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
02 - 1/2 pound ground pork

→ Aromatics

03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced

→ Binding & Seasoning

06 - 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
07 - 1/4 cup whole milk
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 packet French onion soup mix
10 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Topping Glaze

13 - 1/4 cup ketchup
14 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
16 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
17 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook, stirring often, for 10 to 12 minutes until onions are deep golden and soft. Add minced garlic in the last minute, sautéing until fragrant. Remove skillet from heat and allow mixture to cool.
02 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, French onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Add cooled caramelized onions and garlic. Mix thoroughly by hand or spatula until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
03 - Transfer meat mixture into a loaf pan, pressing gently to form an even loaf. Place pan in preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
04 - While meatloaf bakes, whisk together ketchup, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. After 40 minutes of baking, remove loaf from oven and spread glaze evenly over top. Return pan to oven and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until glaze is glossy and bubbling.
05 - Let loaf rest in pan for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with side dishes such as mashed potatoes or green beans as desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For optimal flavor and texture, avoid overmixing the meat mixture to keep the loaf tender.

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