Best 7 50s Classic Meatloaf Recipes

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In the vast tapestry of culinary delights, few dishes evoke the nostalgia and comfort of a classic meatloaf. This iconic dish, rooted in the heart of the 1950s, has stood the test of time, capturing the essence of home-cooked goodness. From family dinners to celebratory gatherings, the 50s classic meatloaf has earned its place as a timeless favorite. As we embark on a journey to explore the best recipe for this culinary masterpiece, let us delve into the essence of what makes it so special - the perfect blend of savory flavors, the tender, juicy texture, and the aroma that fills the kitchen with anticipation.

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THE BEST OLD FASHIONED MEATLOAF RECIPE YOU WILL EAT



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This old-fashioned meatloaf recipe has been passed down for a few generations and is still one of my favorites meatloaf recipes ever! See why!

Provided by Marissa

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons snipped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground sage
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup catsup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • First, in a large bowl combine eggs and milk then stir in breadcrumbs. Next add onion parsley, salt, sage, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Mix them together a few times then add in the beef and mix well. I suggest using your hands, and this is how I was taught, it mixes faster and better than using a spoon of any kind.
  • Shape your meatloaf into a 'loaf' shape if not using a bread pan, though I suggest you do, or use the mini loaf pan I mentioned above. Then go ahead and bake in a 350-degree oven for 50 minutes. Then make sure to spoon off excess fat.
  • Mix together the ketchup, sugar, and dry mustard, mix it well then spread over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Then return to the oven for 10-15 minutes. This makes about six servings.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 grams, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

50'S CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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Back in the 50's and 60's this was a weekly staple for family. If you want to fancy it up, substitute green peppers with 1/4 cup red peppers and 1/4 cup green peppers.

Provided by Douglas Poe

Categories     Meatloaf

Time 1h26m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs ground beef
1 lb ground pork
4 eggs
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup green pepper, diced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Meatloaf:.
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce and salt and pepper.
  • Add eggs, onions and peppers and combine.
  • Place meat mixture in loaf pan.
  • Bake at for 60 minutes.
  • Glaze:.
  • Mix until smooth.
  • After meatloaf is done cooking brush with meatloaf glaze and bake another 10 minutes.
  • Let meatloaf set 10 minutes before serving.

OLD-FASHIONED MEATLOAF



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This is an example of a typical 1950s meatloaf and was adapted from the recipe printed in the Betty Crocker's Picture Cook Book and featured on Foodtimeline.com. Combining meat and veal bound by eggs and breadcrumbs, this meatloaf is seasoned with sage and was usually served with mashed potatoes and canned green beans.

Provided by TasteAtlas

Categories     Ground Meat Dish

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef (or veal)
1/2 lb ground lean pork
2 cups bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
1 ½ cups milk
4 tbsp minced onion
2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp dry mustard
1/8 tsp sage

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients using your hands and preheat the oven to 350˚F.
  • Transfer them into a greased 9x5x3-inch loaf pan. If you wish, spread 3 tbsp of ketchup over the top.
  • Bake for 90 minutes. Cool slightly, then remove from the baking pan and slice. Serve hot or cold.

1950'S MEATLOAF



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This is my sister-in-law's recipe for meatloaf. She shared with me for a family cookbook. It is sweet so you might want to cut back some on the brown sugar, I only use about 3/4 cup. Hope you enjoy it

Provided by True Texas

Categories     Meat

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs ground chuck
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup milk
1 medium onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons yellow mustard

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chuck, eggs, bread crumbs, ketchup, milk, onion, salt and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Place and form mixture into greased loaf pan or baking dish.
  • In medium bowl, combine brown sugar, water, vinegar and mustard. Mix well. Pour over meat mixture.
  • Bake uncovered at 400°F approximately 1 hour.
  • Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.6, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 170.2, Sodium 1103.2, Carbohydrate 56.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 42, Protein 34.5

CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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Keep this meatloaf recipe handy: It's the only one you'll need.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds ground meatloaf mix (equal parts ground beef, pork and veal or turkey)
1 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 medium onion, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
  • Combine the meatloaf mix, breadcrumbs, parsley, eggs, onion, garlic, 1/4 cup of the ketchup, 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix together until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and form it into a compact oval-shaped loaf about 9 inches by 5 inches. Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes.
  • Stir the brown sugar together with the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire in a small bowl for the glaze. Brush the top and sides of the meatloaf all over with the glaze. Return to the oven and bake until the glaze starts to caramelize and a thermometer inserted in the center of the meatloaf registers 160 degrees F, about 25 minutes more. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

1950'S-STYLE MEATLOAF



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Provided by rotts4me

Categories     Main Dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork sausage
2 eggs lightly beaten
1 cup fine bread crumbs
1 large clove garlic pressed
1/2 cup sweet onion minced
1/4 cup green bell pepper minced
1 tsp dried oregano crushed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 package dry Lipton's Onion Soup mix
1/2 cup milk
6 ounce tomato paste divided use
2 - 4 strips bacon cut in half (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine ground beef, pork sausage, eggs, bread crumbs, garlic, sweet onion, bell pepper, oregano, kosher salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, onion soup mix, milk, and half of the tomato paste. Gently mix only until combined. Do not overwork the meat or it will become tough. Form into a loaf. Cover with the remaining half can of tomato paste. Weave the bacon strips over the top. Bake 1 hour. Let meatloaf rest 15 minutes before cutting to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 14.2809504058724 g, Carbohydrate 34.4193403207479 g, Cholesterol 91.2555422016907 mg, Fiber 3.05297208812725 g, Protein 14.5148159513383 g, SaturatedFat 4.63916159551856 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (148g), Sodium 799.642955468258 mg, Sugar 31.3663682326206 g, TransFat 1.63831346638322 g

CLASSIC MEATLOAF RECIPE BY TASTY



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Meatloaf is a delicious addition to your weeknight dinner repertoire. Full of savory flavor and topped with a sweet, sticky ketchup glaze, it's the perfect pair to your favorite vegetable side dishes, such as classic mashed potatoes and steamed green beans.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for greasing
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup whole milk
2 lb ground beef
2 large eggs, beaten
½ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened and golden brown, about 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until aromatic, about 1 minute. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring often, until the tomato paste turns deep red in color, about 2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let the onion mixture cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the panko and milk. Add the ground beef, eggs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, pepper, and the onion mixture and use your hands to combine. Do not overmix!
  • Shape the beef mixture into a 10 x 5-inch loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top and sides with ketchup.
  • Bake the meatloaf until the top is browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C), about 50 minutes.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 8 grams

Tips:

  • Use ground chuck or ground sirloin for a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
  • Add bread crumbs, eggs, and milk to the meat mixture to bind it together.
  • Season the meatloaf with salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking pan.
  • Top the meatloaf with ketchup or barbecue sauce.
  • Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic 50s comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, it's no wonder that meatloaf has stood the test of time. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty dish to serve at a special occasion, meatloaf is a great option. So next time you're looking for a classic comfort food dish, give this 50s meatloaf recipe a try.

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