French Onion Meatloaf

1h 30m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Caramelize chopped onions with butter, Worcestershire sauce, and salt for about 20 minutes.
  2. 2Set caramelized onions aside.
  3. 3Mix ground beef, panko, Worcestershire sauce, eggs, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. 4Form a meatloaf, creating a cavity in the center to add caramelized onions and shredded Gruyère cheese. Top with more cheese and onions.
  5. 5Smoke at 350 degrees until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees (approximately 1 1/2 hours).
  6. 6Make a simple gravy using the same pot, butter, flour, and beef stock.
  7. 7Top the meatloaf with parsley and gravy.

Ingredients

  • 5 lbs Ground beef
  • 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
  • 4 Yellow onions
  • 5 Tbsp Butter
  • 6 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 Tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 4 Garlic cloves
  • 1 lb Gruyère cheese
  • 2 Tbsp Flour
  • 1 cup Beef stock
  • 2 Tbsp Salt
  • 2 Tbsp Pepper
  • 0 Parsley

Equipment

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