French Onion Meatloaf with Swiss Cheese

Ingredients

Butter – 2 tablespoons

Large onions, thinly sliced – 2

Granulated sugar – 1 teaspoon

Ground beef – 1 1/2 lbs

Ground pork – 1/2 lb

Breadcrumbs – 1 cup

Eggs – 2

Milk – 1/4 cup

Worcestershire sauce – 1 tablespoon

Salt – 1 teaspoon

Black pepper – 1/2 teaspoon

Dried thyme – 1 teaspoon

Swiss cheese, shredded – 1 cup

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Set oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2: Caramelize Onions

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes until soft and golden brown.

Step 3: Combine Meatloaf Ingredients

In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir gently until combined, taking care not to overmix

Step 4: Add Onions

Fold most of the caramelized onions into the meat mixture, saving a small amount to top the loaf later.

Step 5: Shape and Bake

Press the mixture into a loaf pan and spread the reserved onions on top. Bake for 45 minutes.

Step 6: Melt the Cheese

Remove the loaf from the oven and sprinkle shredded Swiss cheese over the top. Return to the oven and bake another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

Step 7: Rest and Serve

Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy and intact.