Best 7 French Meatloaf Recipes

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**French Meatloaf: A Culinary Delight for the Senses**

Indulge in the delectable flavors of French meatloaf, a classic dish that combines savory minced meat, aromatic herbs, and a rich, flavorful sauce. This culinary masterpiece is a true testament to the artistry of French cuisine, offering a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of this iconic dish, exploring variations such as the traditional French meatloaf, the hearty Alsatian meatloaf, and the innovative vegetarian meatloaf. Get ready to savor the essence of French gastronomy as you discover the art of creating this exceptional dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH ONION MEATLOAF



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Moist and delicious French onion meatloaf. Meatloaf meets chopped steak with gravy. Still quite good without the sauce on top.

Provided by coyote

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
½ cup fine dry bread crumbs
½ cup rolled oats
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine ground beef, condensed French onion soup, bread crumbs, oats, beaten egg, dried parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well. Pack into a loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Let rest 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 103.7 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 522.4 mg, Sugar 2 g

FRENCH ONION MEATLOAF



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A family favorite! The French-fried onions really make this meatloaf super yummy! Excellent paired with mashed potatoes and green beans with bacon.

Provided by Kay

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
½ cup ketchup
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ pounds ground beef
¾ cup French-fried onions
¾ cup bread crumbs
2 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup milk
1 (1 ounce) package French onion soup mix
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray; spread ketchup and brown sugar over the bottom.
  • Combine beef, French-fried onions, bread crumbs, eggs, sour cream, milk, soup mix, garlic, salt, pepper, and ginger in a large bowl. Mix well and shape into a loaf over the ketchup and brown sugar.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 104.4 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1234 mg, Sugar 18.2 g

RUSTIC FRENCH MEATLOAF



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Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Blender     Pork     Bake     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Prune     Veal     Pistachio     Candy Thermometer     Breadcrumbs     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs (preferably from a rustic loaf)
1/2 cup whole milk
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound chicken livers, separated into lobes, trimmed, and rinsed
3/4 pound ground pork
3/4 pound ground veal
1/4 cup chopped prunes
1/4 cup shelled pistachios
2 teaspoons thyme leaves
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
Accompaniment: Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475°F with rack in middle.
  • Soak bread crumbs in milk in a small bowl.
  • Cook onion, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in oil in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • Purée livers in a blender, then transfer to a large bowl. Add pork, veal, prunes, pistachios, thyme, eggs, bread-crumb mixture, onion mixture, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and gently mix with your hands until just combined.
  • Transfer meatloaf mixture to an 81/2- by 41/2-inch glass loaf pan (see cooks' note, below) and bake, covered with foil, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into center registers 165°F, 50 to 55 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes. Cover top of meatloaf with parsley before slicing.
  • Serve with:
  • buttered boiled potatoes

FRENCH ONION MEATLOAF



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If you're an onion and cheese lover, this meatloaf is for you! Mouthwatering good with triple onions and double cheese. Recipe & Photo: Perfect Meatloaf Recipe Guide

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Meatloafs

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb ground beef
1/4 c grated onion
2 c seasoned stuffing, about 4 oz.
1 can(s) (10.5 oz.) french onion soup
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 c shredded swiss or gruyere cheese, 4 oz.
1/4 c grated parmesan cheese
1 can(s) crispy fried onions

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, mix together beef, grated onion, stuffing, soup, eggs, thyme and black pepper until well combined. Form into a loaf, about 9x5-inches and transfer to a loaf pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
  • 2. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 45 minutes.
  • 3. Remove meatloaf from oven and top with shredded cheese, grated Parmesan and crispy fried onions. Return to oven and bake an additional 15 minutes, until cheese is melted.
  • 4. Remove meatloaf from the oven and place pan on a cooling rack. Transfer meatloaf to a cutting board or platter and rest 15 minutes before serving.

FRENCH ONION SOUP AU GRATIN STUFFED MEATLOAF



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Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 22

For the onions:
1 Tablespoon olive oil
3 onions, halved and thinly sliced
½ Tablespoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup beef broth
¼ cup red wine (I used Gallo Family Cabernet Sauvignon, but Pinot Noir or Merlot would also work nicely)
For the meatloaf:
2 lbs lean ground beef
½ cup bread crumbs or instant or slightly ground oats (gluten free, if needed)
2 Tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
8 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
Fresh chopped parsley for garnish, optional
For the sauce:
2½ cups beef broth
½ cup red wine (I used Gallo Family Cabernet Sauvignon, but Pinot Noir or Merlot would also be good)
3 Tablespoons cornstarch
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • For the onions: 1.Heat oil in a skillet over medium, add onions, salt & pepper, cook 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently or until caramelized. 2.Add thyme, sauté for minute or two, then add the wine and beef broth. 3.Reduce until very little liquid remains. 4.Set aside. For the meatloaf: 1.Preheat oven to 350°F. 2.In a bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs or oats, parsley, pepper, salt, and eggs. Gently combine with your hands until blended, but try not to overwork the meat. 3.On a piece of plastic wrap or wax paper, press the meat mixture into a 10x12-inch rectangle. 4.Set aside ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese and ½ cup og the caramelized onions. Sprinkle the remaining 1½ cups cheese and the caramelized onions evenly over ground beef. Roll up like a jelly roll, starting from the short end, lifting the wax paper or plastic wrap as you roll. Seal the end completely, and place seam-side down into a 9x13-inch baking pan. 5.Sauce - whisk together, bring to boil, simmer till thickened. 6.Place pan in the oven and bake for 45 minutes. While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the sauce (see below). 7.Remove pan from oven, pour the sauce over the meatloaf, and sprinkle with the reserved onions nd cheese. 8.Return meatloaf to oven 15-20 minutes, or until no pink remains. Place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and bubbly. 9.Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Remove from oven and allow to stand 10 minutes. Slice and serve. For the sauce: 1.Whisk ingredients together in a small saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium heat. 2.Reduce to a simmer until reduced and thickened

FRENCH MEATLOAF



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A good way to use up those last few slices of french bread and turn it into a meal your family will love.

Provided by Denise in NH

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups cubed French bread (about 5 slices)
1 cup milk
2 lbs ground beef or 2 lbs ground turkey
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup grated raw carrot
1 small onion, grated
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine bread cubes and milk; let stand until milk is absorbed.
  • Mix lightly with ground beef, celery, carrot, onion egg, horseradish, salt and pepper.
  • Shape into a loaf in a shallow baking pan.
  • bake at 350 1 hour or until brown.

FRENCH ONION MEATLOAF?



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i create this new meatloaf recipe,with the power of french onion,it filled with diced onion sauteed in steak sauce and french onion dip,i bet this meatloaf is so delicious,and even good in sandwiches.

Provided by raymond spencer

Categories     Meatloafs

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 Tbsp margarine
1 large vidalia sweet onion,peeled and diced
3 tsp steak sauce
1 lb lean ground beef
2 egg whites
3/4 c panko bread crumbs
1 packet dry onion soup mix
3 tsp steak seasoning
1 3/4 c french onion dip,divided
5 Tbsp cream cheese,softened
5 white american cheese slices

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Grease an 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • 2. Melt margarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat.Add diced onion and saute for 7 minutes until are tender.Stir in steak sauce and simmer for 3 minutes.Set aside.
  • 3. In a large bowl,combine ground beef,egg whites,bread crumbs,dry onion soup mix,steak seasoning and 3/4 cup french onion dip;mix together until blended.
  • 4. In a small bowl,whisk cream cheese and remaining french onion dip together until combined and set aside.
  • 5. Transfer a meat mixture on a piece of waxed paper and flatten to a 1/2-inch thick rectangle.
  • 6. Spread french onion dip mixture into center of meat rectangle.Add sauteed onions over the filling and top with white american cheese slices,leaving a bit of space at one end for easier rolling and sealing.
  • 7. Pick up the edge of the waxed paper to roll the flattened meat into a log around the filling.Seal the ends and seam and place the loaf into a loaf pan.
  • 8. Bake in the preheated oven,about 35 minutes.Let stand for 6 minutes before slicing.

Tips:

  • Choose the right meat: A combination of ground beef and ground pork is often used for French meatloaf, but you can also use all beef or all pork if you prefer. Using a variety of meats can enhance the flavor and texture of the meatloaf.
  • Season the meatloaf well: French meatloaf typically includes a variety of seasonings, such as garlic, onion, parsley, thyme, and nutmeg. Be generous with the seasonings to ensure that the meatloaf is flavorful.
  • Use a good quality breadcrumb binder: Breadcrumbs help to bind the meatloaf together and add texture. Use fresh, fine breadcrumbs for the best results.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf: Overmixing the meatloaf can make it tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Cook the meatloaf at a low temperature: French meatloaf is typically cooked at a low temperature (325°F) for a long time (2 hours). This helps to ensure that the meatloaf is cooked through without drying out.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This will help the meatloaf to retain its juices.

Conclusion:

French meatloaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for dinner with your favorite sides or used in sandwiches, wraps, or salads. It is a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables, and it can be made ahead of time and reheated when you are ready to serve. With its classic flavor and ease of preparation, French meatloaf is a dish that everyone will enjoy.

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