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Mini French Onion Meatloaves

Mini French Onion Meatloaves made with a blend of ground beef and turkey, mixed with caramelized onions, Dijon, and herbs, then baked alongside crispy potatoes and Brussels sprouts. Finished with melty Gruyère for that classic French onion flavor in a cozy, weeknight-friendly meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 lb ground beef (85%-90% lean)
  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ caramelized onion mixture
  • 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
  • salt + pepper
  • 1 lb baby potatoes, pre-boiled
  • ¾ lb brussels sprouts, halved
  • ½ cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss Cheeses

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes until soft and golden. Stir in balsamic vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
  3. Toss pre-boiled potatoes and Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread on one side of the sheet pan. Roast for 15 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground turkey, egg, mustard, panko, thyme, half of the caramelized onions, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Shape into 4 mini loaves.
  5. Remove the pan from the oven and place the meatloaves on the empty side of the sheet pan. Return to the oven and roast for 20–25 minutes.
  6. Spoon remaining caramelized onions over each meatloaf and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese. Return to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the meatloaves reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Spoon pan juices over the meatloaves and vegetables before serving.

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