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Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf with melted Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, savory onion gravy, and fresh parsley, served as a thick, tender slice on a plate.

Slow Cooker French Onion Meatloaf

Tender Slow Cooker French Onion Meatloaf cooked on a bed of caramelized onions and beef broth, finished with melted Swiss cheese and rich onion gravy. Hands-off comfort food that tastes restaurant-worthy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 6 –8 slices Swiss cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow cooker, skillet

Method
 

  1. Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, milk, eggs, Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined. Shape into a loaf.
  2. Caramelize sliced onions in butter over medium heat until soft and golden, about 10–12 minutes.
  3. Pour half the broth and half the onions into the slow cooker. Place the meatloaf on top; pour remaining broth around the sides.
  4. Cover and cook on low 6–7 hours until tender and cooked through.
  5. About 15 minutes before serving, top with Swiss cheese and remaining onions. Cover until cheese melts.
  6. Slice, spoon onion gravy over the top, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat. Properly caramelize the onions for best flavor. Add cheese only at the end. Excellent with mashed potatoes or crusty bread. Highly tender and comforting.