Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf with Melted Swiss Cheese

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👩‍🍳 How It Comes Together

  1. Caramelize onions slowly until golden and sweet.
  2. Mix beef loaf ingredients gently to avoid dense texture.
  3. Shape, assemble in crockpot, and layer onions on top.
  4. Cook low & slow: 5–6 hours on LOW (preferred for moisture).
  5. Add Swiss cheese in last 10–15 minutes to melt.
  6. Rest, slice, garnish, and serve!

🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • Buttery mashed potatoes
  • Crisp green beans or roasted carrots
  • Crusty rolls for scooping every cheesy bite
  • Optional beef gravy for even more indulgence

🧊 Storage & Variations

  • Make ahead: prep loaf the night before
  • Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days
  • Freeze slices or whole loaf for up to 3 months
  • Try turkey, swap cheeses, or add mushrooms for variety
  • Bake mini loaves for single servings or meal prep

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