Betsy's Meatloaf is a mouthwatering, comforting classic dish that has been passed down through generations. With its savory and succulent flavors, it's sure to be a hit at any dinner table. The combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, along with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, creates a moist and flavorful loaf that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a side salad. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps to create the ultimate Betsy's Meatloaf that will have your family and friends asking for seconds.
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BETH'S MEAT LOAF
This is my, my husband's, and our two teens' favorite meat loaf recipe. Been making this for the last 19 years. Have tried other meat loaf recipes, but keep coming back to this one.
Provided by beth stratton
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, lightly mix the beaten eggs, milk, bread crumbs, onion, salt, black pepper, and sage together until thoroughly combined. Gently work in the ground beef until mixed; press the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the loaf is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear, about 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
- While the meat loaf is baking, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and dry mustard powder in a bowl until the sugar has dissolved. When loaf is done, pull from the oven, and spread topping over the loaf. Return to oven, and bake until the topping is set, about 10 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 162.6 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 935.1 mg, Sugar 13.6 g
MEATLOAF RECIPE WITH THE BEST GLAZE
Amazing homemade Meatloaf Recipe. The meatloaf is so tender and juicy on the inside with a sweet and tangy sauce that glazes the meatloaf and adds so much flavor!
Provided by Valentina Ablaev
Categories Easy
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Line a 9"x5" loaf pan with parchment paper and preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, add all of the ingredients for the meatloaf. Mix well to combine.
- Add meat to the loaf pan, gently press meat down and shape evenly and bake meatloaf at 375˚F for 40 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients together for the sauce. Spread the sauce over meatloaf then return to oven and bake additional 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 160˚F. Rest meatloaf 10 minutes before slicing. Drizzle with baking juices from the pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MEAT LOAF
Nothing says classic comfort like Ina Garten's Meatloaf recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories main-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan. Add the onions, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not brown. Off the heat, add the Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, onion mixture, bread crumbs, and eggs, and mix lightly with a fork. Don't mash or the meat loaf will be dense. Shape the mixture into a rectangular loaf on a sheet pan covered with parchment paper. Spread the ketchup evenly on top. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F and the meat loaf is cooked through. (A pan of hot water in the oven, under the meat loaf, will keep the top from cracking.) Serve hot.
THE BEST MEATLOAF
We opted for an all-beef meatloaf rather than the traditional mix of beef, veal and pork because we wanted that satisfying big beef flavor. Milk adds richness and tenderizes the meat, preventing it from getting tough or dry. We also cook the onion instead of adding it raw as many recipes suggest, which imparts a welcome sweetness and eliminates that harsh raw onion flavor.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
- Whisk the eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce and 2 teaspoons salt in a large bowl until completely combined. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are tender and lightly golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add 3 tablespoons of the ketchup and cook until most of the moisture has evaporated and the mixture is thick and brick red colored, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the onions cool slightly. Then add them to the beaten eggs and mix to combine.
- Add the beef to the egg and onion mixture. Break up the meat with a fork or wooden spoon, and then mix to thoroughly combine; you don't want to see any lumps of raw beef. Add the panko and mix to combine. Stir the meat vigorously with a wooden spoon for about 7 seconds; it will become more homogenous and tackier.
- Transfer the meat to the prepared baking sheet and shape into a 9-by-5-inch loaf. Smooth the top and evenly spread the remaining ketchup over top. Bake for 5 minutes, and then reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees. Continue to bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf registers 150 degrees F, 30 to 35 minutes. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 20 minutes before slicing.
BILL BLASS'S MEATLOAF
This homespun, bacon-wrapped version of the American classic is attributed to Bill Blass, the world-famous clothing designer of the 60s, 70s and 80s, who is perhaps best known for dressing First Lady Nancy Reagan and the upper echelons of New York society. While he became hugely successful - he reportedly sold his business for $50 million in 1999 - his culinary tastes remained firmly Midwestern. From his 2002 obituary in The Times: "A man of robust but simple tastes who would go out of his way for a hamburger, Mr. Blass would serve guests his own meatloaf recipe, followed perhaps by lemon meringue pie. He always maintained, only partly in jest, 'My claim to immortality will be my meatloaf.'" This is his recipe.
Provided by The New York Times
Categories dinner, easy, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Oil an 8-by-4-inch loaf pan. In a heavy skillet over medium heat, saute the celery and onion in the butter until soft, about 5 minutes. Scrape into a large mixing bowl and cool.
- When the onions are cool enough to handle, add the meats, parsley, sour cream, bread crumbs, thyme, marjoram and salt and pepper to the bowl. Whisk the egg with the Worcestershire sauce and add to the mixture. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, combine the mixture and mold into the shape of a loaf.
- Place the meatloaf in the prepared pan. Top with the chili sauce and bacon slices. Bake until firm and nicely browned, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 557, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 920 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BETTER THAN MOM'S MEATLOAF
My mom's classic meatloaf was lacking in flavor and the topping was way too sweet. This "better than mom's" version still has lots of old-school appeal but has been kicked up a notch with a rich and savory flavor, plus we said goodbye to the sugary sweet topping. Sliced meatloaf leftovers make the best sandwiches. I like mine with mustard, cheese, and grilled onions!
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Categories Main Dishes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Combine onion, bell pepper, milk, eggs, garlic, 2 tablespoons ketchup, parsley, 3 teaspoons Worcestershire, thyme, and Dijon in a large bowl and mix well. Stir in bread crumbs. Add ground sirloin, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined. Form mixture into a loaf shape and fit into the prepared pan.
- Combine remaining ketchup with balsamic vinegar and remaining 1 teaspoon Worcestershire in a small bowl. Mix until well combined and spread over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven until an instant read thermometer inserted in the center reads 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), about 1 hour. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. The longer it sits, the easier it will be to slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 126.9 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 962.9 mg, Sugar 8 g
BETTY CROCKER'S BASIC MEATLOAF RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by treadinger
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Break up the beef into small pieces in a large bowl, using a fork or spoon. Peel and finely chop the garlic. Peel the onion, and chop enough of the onion into small pieces to measure 3 tbsp. Wrap remaining piece of onion, and refrigerate for another use. add the garlic and onion to the beef. Tear the bread into small and add to beef mixture. Add the milk, Worcestershire sauce, sage, salt, mustard, pepper, and egg to the beef mixture. Mix with a fork, large spoon or your hands until the ingredients are well mixed. Place the bee mixture in the ungreased baking pan. Almost any size pan with work; just be sure the pan has sides on it to catch the juices that will accumulate while the meatloaf bakes. Shape the mixture into an 8x4-inch loaf in the pan, and spread ketchup over the top. Bake uncovered 50-60 minutes or until beef in center of the loaf is no longer pink. A meat thermometer inserted in the center of the loaf should read 160 degrees. Let the loaf stand 5 minutes, so it will be easier to remove from the pan. cut the loaf into slices.
MOM'S FAVORITE: BETTY CROCKER'S CLASSIC FLUFFY MEATLOAF
My mom has been using this recipe since she was married in the 50's and it's as good now as then. She still makes it for me when I visit. :) It's wonderful when first served, but is even better chilled... cold meatloaf sandwiches, mmm! A versatile recipe, you can easily alter it to your own tastes. Experiment and enjoy! :)
Provided by Julesong
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h35m
Yield 1 meatloaf
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix ingredients thoroughly.
- Pack into greased 9x5x3" loaf pan.
- Bake in 350 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours.
- Serve hot or let cool and chill and serve cold.
- Other suggestions: add 3 cloves minced garlic; spread bacon slices over the top before cooking and/or 3 Tbsp catsup or barbecue sauce; substitute 1 Tbsp horseradish and 1 Tbsp for the mustard and sage; substitute 1 cup sauerkraut for 1 cup breadcrumbs and add 1/2 tsp dill weed to taste; try it with other herbs/spices or combinations added such as curry powder, cayenne and cumin, or oregano and basil.
CLASSIC MEATLOAF RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
BETSY'S MEATLOAF
I'm not sure how long Betsy has been making this, but it's delicious and her daughter who is semi picky would choose this meatloaf every night if she could! She usually tops it with ketchup before cooking, but I leave it off! You don't need to change a thing in this meatloaf, it's seasoned perfectly!
Provided by MelvinsWifey
Categories Pork
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large bowl mix together all of the ingredients.
- Put mixture into a greased loaf pan and form into a loaf shape. Cover with foil.
- Bake at 350 for 45-60 minutes.
- **For a crispier top, bake uncovered last 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447, Fat 33.2, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 140.1, Sodium 266.1, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 27.7
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
- Add some bread crumbs or oatmeal to the meatloaf mixture to help bind it together.
- Season the meatloaf generously with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
- Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture, or it will become tough.
- Form the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish.
- Top the meatloaf with your favorite glaze or sauce.
- Bake the meatloaf in a preheated oven until it is cooked through.
- Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and moist meatloaf that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give meatloaf a try.
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