This hearty dish features a tender meatloaf infused with Parmesan, Worcestershire sauce, and caramelized onions, slow-cooked to perfection in a rich beef broth. Topped with melty Swiss cheese, each bite delivers a delicious combination of savory beef, sweet onions, and creamy cheese. The crockpot does all the work, making this a perfect recipe for a stress-free dinner that tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen. Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or veggies, and enjoy a cozy, satisfying meal that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf with Melted Swiss Cheese
6
servings20
minutes7
hours470
kcal7
hours20
minutesIngredients
2 pounds ground beef
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
2 eggs
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup beef broth
8 slices Swiss cheese
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the crockpot.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- Pour the caramelized onions and beef broth over the meatloaf in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the meatloaf is fully cooked and tender.
- About 15 minutes before serving, top the meatloaf with Swiss cheese slices, cover, and allow the cheese to melt.
- Slice and serve the meatloaf with the onions and broth spooned over the top.