Crockpot French Onion Beefloaf
A flavorful and hearty dish that blends the classic taste of French onion soup with beefloaf, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 900 grams ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 120 grams breadcrumbs
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 60 milliliters whole milk Add more if using turkey to keep it moist.
- 2 large eggs
- 15 milliliters Worcestershire sauce Don’t skip for better flavor.
- 5 grams fine sea salt
- 2 grams freshly ground black pepper
- 2 large yellow onions Finely chop for even cooking.
- 28 grams unsalted butter For caramelizing onions.
- 240 milliliters beef broth
- 8 slices Swiss cheese Can be substituted with gouda or cheddar.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until uniform.
- Form the beef mixture into a compact loaf and gently arrange it in the base of the crockpot.
Onion Caramelization
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until they are deeply golden and softened.
- Stir in the beef broth to the caramelized onions, allowing it to absorb and enrich the mixture for 2 minutes.
Cooking
- Evenly spoon the caramelized onion and broth mixture over the prepared beefloaf inside the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, or until the loaf is cooked through and juices run clear.
- About 10 minutes before serving, layer Swiss cheese slices on top of the hot beefloaf, cover, and allow the cheese to melt completely.
- Slice and serve warm, ensuring each portion is topped with melted cheese and caramelized onions.
Notes
Pairs well with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables. You can also serve it with crusty bread to soak up the juices.