Savory French Onion-Inspired Meatloaf

If you love the deep, comforting flavors of French onion soup and the heartiness of a traditional meatloaf, this recipe brings the best of both worlds together. This French Onion Meatloaf is tender, juicy, and packed with caramelized onion goodness—finished with a creamy cheese topping that’s irresistibly golden and bubbling.

🧾 Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredient	Amount
Ground beef (80/20)	2 lbs
Sweet onions, thinly sliced	3 large
Olive oil	2 tbsp
Garlic, minced	4 cloves
Worcestershire sauce	2 tbsp
Beef broth	1 cup
Eggs	2 large
Panko breadcrumbs	1 cup
Fresh thyme, chopped	1 tbsp
Salt	1½ tsp
Ground black pepper	1 tsp
Dijon mustard	2 tsp
Mozzarella cheese, shredded	1 cup
Gruyère cheese, shredded	1 cup
Butter	2 tbsp
All-purpose flour	1 tbsp
Milk	½ cup