Description
French Onion Beef Casserole is a delightful comfort dish that melds tender ground beef with caramelized onions in a savory broth, topped with gooey Swiss cheese. This hearty casserole captures the classic flavors of French onion soup, making it a perfect centerpiece for family dinners or gatherings. With rich, satisfying textures and flavors, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup grated Swiss cheese
- 6 slices baguette, toasted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions until golden brown (15-20 minutes).
- Push onions aside; add ground beef and brown until cooked through (7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, thyme, and beef broth; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Layer half of the toasted baguette in the baking dish, followed by half of the beef mixture and half of the Swiss cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil for the last 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approx. 220g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg