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Crockpot French Onion Beefloaf

A comforting and flavorful beefloaf infused with caramelized onions and melted Swiss cheese, perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 900 grams ground beef
  • 120 grams breadcrumbs
  • 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
  • 60 milliliters whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 15 milliliters Worcestershire sauce
  • 5 grams fine sea salt
  • 2 grams freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 large yellow onions
  • 28 grams unsalted butter
  • 240 milliliters beef broth
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese

Instructions

  1. Blend the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Form the beef mixture into a compact loaf and place it in the crockpot.
  3. Heat the butter in a skillet and sauté sliced onions for about 20 minutes until golden.
  4. Stir in the beef broth and let the mixture absorb for 2 minutes.
  5. Spoon the onion and broth mixture over the beefloaf in the crockpot.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until fully cooked.
  7. Layer Swiss cheese on top 10 minutes before serving and allow it to melt.
  8. Slice and serve warm with melted cheese and caramelized onions.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the meat mixture. This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and freezes for 3 months.

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Keywords: beefloaf, crockpot, comfort food, French onion, slow cooker, easy dinner