Irresistible Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf with Melted Swiss

Rich, cheesy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious — this meatloaf takes comfort food to the next level.

⏱️ Time

🔹 Prep Time: 20 minutes

🔹 Cook Time: 6–8 hours (LOW)

🔹 Total Time: ~8 hours

🍽️ Ingredients

◾️ 2 lbs ground beef

◾️ 1 cup breadcrumbs

◾️ 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

◾️ 1/4 cup milk

◾️ 2 large eggs

◾️ 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

◾️ 1 tsp salt

◾️ 1/2 tsp black pepper

◾️ 2 large onions, thinly sliced

◾️ 2 tbsp butter

◾️ 1 cup beef broth

◾️ 8 slices Swiss cheese

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. 🔸 Mix the Meatloaf

In a large bowl, combine:

beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, milk, eggs, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper.

Mix until everything is well combined.

2. 🔸 Shape & Place

Form into a loaf shape and place it directly into your crockpot.

3. 🔸 Caramelize the Onions

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized.

4. 🔸 Deglaze

Pour in the beef broth and simmer until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Then pour the onion mixture over the meatloaf in the crockpot.

5. 🔸 Slow Cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours, or until fully cooked through.

6. 🔸 Add the Cheese

About 10 minutes before serving, top with Swiss cheese slices and let them melt. Cover the lid briefly to help it melt faster.

7. 🔸 Serve

Slice and serve warm with extra onions on top. 🤤 Perfect with mashed potatoes or crusty bread!

✅ Tips:

✔️ Use sweet onions like Vidalia for extra flavor.

✔️ Want a crispy top? Transfer to the oven broiler for 2–3 mins after adding cheese.

✔️ Leftovers? Make a killer meatloaf sandwich the next day! 🥪