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Cast-Iron Skillet French Onion Meatloaf with Crispy Onion Topping

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Rett Main Course
Kategori American
serveringsstørrelse 4 people

Ingredienser
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions

fremgangsmåte
 

  • Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring often, until they turn deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Remove half the onions to a plate and set aside.
  • Heat the oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, thyme, salt, pepper, and the remaining caramelized onions. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
  • Shape the mixture into a loaf directly in the skillet. Spread the reserved caramelized onions over the top. Bake for 40 minutes.
  • Remove the skillet from the oven. Carefully transfer the meatloaf to a plate and cover it loosely with foil. Place the skillet back on the stovetop over medium heat.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the beef broth while whisking to form a gravy. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until it thickens.
  • Return the meatloaf to the skillet. Sprinkle the crispy fried onions over the top and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

merknader

Use a light hand when mixing the beef so the loaf stays tender. The gravy will continue to thicken as it sits, so add a splash more broth if you prefer it thinner. Leftovers reheat well in the same skillet with a little extra broth to loosen the gravy.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Cast-Iron Skillet, Mixing Bowl, Whisk