Caramelized Onion Meatloaf has so much more flavor than your typical meatloaf. Topped with tons of sweet and savory caramelized onions and a brown sugar glaze. This meatloaf is anything but boring.

Meatloaf is one of my very favorite comfort foods. I must have nearly a dozen versions of meatloaf that I make. Scroll down to find links to them.

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How To Serve Caramelized Onion Meatloaf

I love to serve meatloaf with Southern Style Green Beans or Cracker Barrel Baby Limas, Mashed Potatoes, and Yeast Rolls.
Caramelized Onions

The secret to making really good caramelized onions is to have lots of patience. You need the heat turned fairly low or they will burn. It will take a good 25 to 30 minutes to get them fully caramelized. But they can be made a day or two in advance.

I like to use a sweet onion for the caramelized onions. You could use a yellow onion instead. It will have a slightly stronger flavor.

Type Of Ground Beef To Use

You don’t want to use ground beef that is too lean or your meatloaf will be dry. You don’t want too much fat or it will be greasy. I think 85/15% is the sweet spot.

Eggs, milk and breadcrumbs help keep this meatloaf moist and ...