Best 6 Aunt Donnas Meatloaf Recipes

Aunt Donna’s Meatloaf is a classic comfort food dish enjoyed by families for generations. It is a simple yet hearty and flavorful dish made with ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and a variety of spices. The meatloaf is typically baked in a loaf pan and served with a rich and tangy sauce. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will provide you with the ultimate guide to creating the perfect Aunt Donna’s Meatloaf. We will explore the different variations of this classic dish, including different meat options, seasonings, and cooking methods. We will also provide tips and tricks to help you achieve the ultimate meatloaf experience. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a delicious and comforting meal that will satisfy the whole family.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

AUNT LIBBY'S SOUTHERN MEATLOAF

Aunt Libby's Southern Meatloaf image

This my 86-year-old Aunt Libby's home-made meatloaf recipe. I finally had her write it down for me last year. You can be sure no one will tell you this meatloaf is dry!

Provided by Potter

Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 cup ketchup
1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
2 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups ketchup
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Mix beef, onion, 1 cup ketchup, bread crumbs, eggs, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Press beef mixture into a loaf in the prepared loaf pan.
Mix 1 1/2 cups ketchup, water, vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce together in a saucepan; cook and stir over medium heat until sauce is smooth and warm, about 10 minutes. Pour 1/3 the sauce over meatloaf.
Bake in the preheated oven, basting every 25 minutes with more sauce, until meatloaf is cooked through, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.4 g, Cholesterol 152.8 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 2215.2 mg, Sugar 31.1 g

ANN'S SISTER'S MEATLOAF RECIPE

Ann's Sister's Meatloaf Recipe image

This is supposedly Ann Landers' sister's meatloaf recipe.

Provided by Debbie Clark

Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Pork Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 eggs
1 ½ cups dry bread crumbs
¼ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG)
½ cup warm water
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
2 slices bacon
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl combine the beef, eggs, crumbs, ketchup, MSG, water and soup mix. Mix well and spoon mixture into loaf pan. Cover with 2 strips of bacon, then cover with tomato sauce.
Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 156.9 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 1164.3 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

DONNA'S MEATLOAF

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My friend Donna makes the best meatloaf ever. The amount of chili powder seems excessive, but it really tastes great. You can use 1 tbsp if you are fearful, but believe me - it tastes better with the amount given if you use Spice Islands brand. If your brand is very strong, cut the amount in half. Here is her recipe.

Provided by Pesto lover

Categories Meat

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 lbs lean ground beef
16 ounces canned creamed corn
1 large onion, diced
1 large tomatoes, chopped into about 1 inch chunks
1 green bell pepper, in 1/2 inch dice
3 -4 slices white bread, crusts removed & torn into small pieces (I use a very soft white bread for this)
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup ketchup, for meat mixture
4 teaspoons chili powder (I use Spice Islands)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup ketchup, for topping

Steps:

Mix creamed corn, eggs, chili powder, 1/2 cup ketchup, salt, pepper and bread together. Let sit while mixing meat, onion, tomato & bell pepper in large bowl.
Add corn mixture to meat mixture.
Form into a large rectangular mound, about 2 to 3 inches high on a baking sheet with sides, to avoid dripping in oven.
Top with 3/4 cup ketchup.
Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.

AUNT LOIS'S MEATLOAF

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This is hands down my kids favorite dinner. I serve it with fluffy mashed potatoes. This recipe came from my Aunt Lois and she was quite a cook!! If you can't find meatloaf mix just substitute all ground beef. The sauce makes a fabulous gravy for the potatoes but I would recommend using a gravy separator as it tends to be a little greasy from the meat. ENJOY!!!

Provided by Sheri Gongaware @sgongaware

Categories Beef

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 1/2 pound(s) ground beef pork and veal mix (meatloaf mix)
1 cup(s) bread crumbs, dry
1 medium onion chopped
1/2 cup(s) tomato sauce
1 - egg
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper
SAUCE
1/2 cup(s) tomato sauce
2 tablespoon(s) yellow mustard
1 cup(s) water
2 tablespoon(s) white vinegar
2 tablespoon(s) brown sugar

Steps:

Lightly mix meatloaf ingredients and form into a loaf.
Place in a shallow baking pan. Mix sauce ingredients and pour over meatloaf.
Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes. Baste occasionally

AUNT MILLIE'S MEATLOAF

Aunt Millie's Meatloaf image

This is the simplest meatloaf recipe that made me a meatloaf lover! There is nothing fancy in the mix, but the flavor is wonderful. The mix will seem so wet that you will think you will not be able to form it, but you will. It also makes good meatballs, just add a little oregano and garlic and bake them at 350°F for about 15 minutes. Hope you like it as much as I do! We call it Aunt Millie's but Aunt Honey swears it's hers (so we give them both credit)!

Provided by IHeartDogs

Categories Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Mix all ingredients together in large bowl (It will seem VERY wet--This is ok).
Spray baking pan with a little cooking spray.
Place mixture in pan and shape into loaf.
Bake at 375°F for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.9, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 89.3, Sodium 435.6, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.8, Protein 25.4

SISTER HELEN'S MEATLOAF RECIPE

Sister Helen's Meatloaf Recipe image

Provided by boscobojo

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 lb. ground round steak
2 eggs
1 1/2 cup bread crumbs
3/4 cup ketchup
1 tsp. Accent
1/2 cup warm water
1 pkg. Lipton onion soup mix
8 oz. tomato sauce

Steps:

Mix all ingredients and thoroughly except for tomato sauce. Put into loaf pan. Cover with 2 strips of bacon. Pour the sauce over all and bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees.

Tips for Making Aunt Donna's Meatloaf:

Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
Soak the bread crumbs in milk before adding them to the meat mixture. This will help to bind the ingredients together and prevent the meatloaf from becoming dry.
Season the meatloaf generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste.
Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a greased loaf pan. Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help to keep the juices from running out.

Conclusion:

Aunt Donna's meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad, Aunt Donna's meatloaf is sure to be a hit.