Description
A tender and flavorful crockpot meatloaf infused with rich caramelized onions, savory beef broth, and topped with melted Swiss cheese for a comforting and hearty meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook sliced onions until soft and caramelized (15–20 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, milk, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf.
- Place caramelized onions at the bottom of the crockpot and set the meatloaf on top.
- Pour beef broth around the sides of the meatloaf.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- About 20 minutes before serving, sprinkle Swiss cheese over the meatloaf.
- Cover again and let cheese melt completely.
- Carefully remove, slice, and serve with onions and juices.
Notes
- Use 80% lean ground beef for best moisture and flavor.
- Do not overmix the meat to avoid a dense texture.
- Substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère for a richer taste.
- Add mushrooms to the onions for extra depth.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze slices individually for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
