Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf

This Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf recipe is a delicious and easy way to make a flavorful meatloaf. The Lipton Onion Soup mix adds a wonderful onion flavor to the ground beef, and the ketchup and brown sugar give it a slightly sweet and tangy glaze.

This is a favorite meatloaf recipe. Leftovers make the best sandwiches, perfect for busy weeknights!

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• Onion Soup Mix Meatloaf Recipe
• Ingredients you’ll need
• Creative variations to try
• Step-by-step instructions
• Essential tools for this recipe
• Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
• Deb’s tips for the perfect dish
• The best ground beef ratio
• How to store leftovers
• More recipes you’ll love
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• Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf

Onion Soup Mix Meatloaf Recipe

This is a hearty comfort food meal that your entire family will enjoy. It's such a great meatloaf, and it turns out moist and tender every time.

My favorite part is this is an easy recipe and only requires a few simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand - love that!

Ingredients you’ll need

For the exact measurements for this delicious meatloaf, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

• ground beef
• large eggs
• stuffing mix
• tomato juice
• parmesan cheese
• diced onions
• an envelope of Lipton Onion Soup Mix
• Worcestershire sauce
• catsup
• brown sugar
• yellow mustard

Creative variations to try

For a nice flavor, you can use a mixture of ground beef and ground pork. But if you prefer a lower fat content for your meatloaf, ground turkey is an option.

If you want to switch up the flavor, try using a different onion soup mix such as mushroom. You can also add some shredded cheese, BBQ sauce, diced green peppers, or other mix-ins to the meatloaf before baking.

Of course, leftover meatloaf makes the BEST meatloaf sandwiches! I've even been known to make two so that we can save one for leftovers.

Step-by-step instructions

This is an overview of the instructions for the lipton's onion soup mix meatloaf. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

1. Preheat oven to 375 degree. Line baking pan with foil or parchment paper for easy clean up.
2. Place ground beef in a large mixing bowl.
3. Add eggs, dry stuffing mix or bread crumbs, diced onions, tomato juice, parmesan cheese and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle in Lipton Onion Soup Mix and combine. Do not over mix .
4. Place meat mixture on sheet pan or baking dish, form into loaf shape. 
5. Combine ketchup, mustard and brown sugar. Slather over the top of the meatloaf.
6. Place meatloaf in preheated oven. Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour ⅕ minutes. Or until your meat thermometer registers 160 degrees. 
7. Remove from oven, cover lightly with foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes prior to slicing.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)

• If you don't have parchment paper on hand to line your baking sheet you can also use aluminum foil.
• The Lipton meatloaf recipe can easily be halved to make a smaller loaf. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Instead of using a loaf pan, you can also shape it into a loaf and then bake it on a rimmed baking sheet.

The best ground beef ratio

The best fat-to-beef ratio for making meatloaf is typically 80/20, meaning 80% lean beef and 20% fat. This blend provides enough fat to keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful without becoming too greasy.

Using leaner beef, like 90/10, can result in a drier loaf, while fattier mixtures may cause excess grease to pool. The fat renders during cooking, adding richness and tenderness, helping to achieve a moist, well-textured meatloaf that holds together well.

How to store leftovers

Refrigerate - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days. But if you want to learn all the specifics about how long leftover meatloaf is good for, click over here!

Freezer - You can freeze this meatloaf, well wrapped, for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Reheat - Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place meatloaf on a baking sheet and reheat until warmed through, about 15-20 minutes. You can also reheat in the microwave at 50% power in 2-minute increments.

More recipes you’ll love

• If you enjoy french onion soup recipes like this one then you may also enjoy this Salisbury Steak with French Onion Soup. Or the Lipton Onion Baked Burgers Recipe - easy recipes that are always a hit with our family.
• No time to be in the kitchen? Make Crock Pot Steak and Potatoes - you won't believe how easy it is, or how delicious!
• You won't believe how little effort goes into making this Skillet French Onion Chicken recipe. If you are a fan of onions then this recipe is a must-try!
• These Caramelized Mushrooms and Onions are amazing and so easy to make. They are delicious when paired with meatloaf, burgers or pork chops.

Serve with

• Are you looking for a vegetable side dish recipe to serve with this easy meatloaf recipe? I like to serve Steamed Brussels Sprouts, Pan Roasted Vegetables, or Roasted Green Beans as vegetable side dishes with this classic recipe.
• Meatloaf with potatoes are a classic combination. Here are some of my favorites! Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes, (no instant pot? No problem! make the Texas Roadhouse Mashed Potatoes instead!) Cracker Barrel Cheesy Potato Recipe, or Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes - YUM!
• My family loves a bread side dish with comfort food meals like this one, and these Rolls from Frozen Bread Dough are a great way to get homemade bread taste without a lot of work.

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