Creole meatloaf with tomato gravy is a classic dish that combines the flavors of Louisiana and Southern cooking. This savory and flavorful meatloaf is made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, and is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices. The meatloaf is then topped with a tangy tomato gravy, made with fresh tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Served with a side of mashed potatoes, this hearty and comforting dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CREOLE MEATLOAF WITH TOMATO GRAVY RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by kimvess
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the ground beef in a large bowl; set aside. Heat the butter over medium and cook the onion, bell pepper and celery until tender; add the garlic, cook for another minute, transfer to a plate to cool. Wipe out the skillet, and add the 1/4 cup of canola oil. Heat over medium high heat and stir in the flour. Cook and stir until it is browned, remove from the heat, and let cool slightly. Slowly whisk in the tomato sauce, water and Worcestershire and return to the heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Whisk together the milk and egg; stir in the bread crumbs and add that mixture to the ground beef. Add the salt, pepper, cayenne and cooked veggies; mix gently and shape into a loaf. The mixture should be firm. If it is breaking apart, return to the bowl and additional bread crumbs until it holds together. In a large, oven safe skillet, heat the tablespoon of oil over medium high heat. Carefully transfer the meatloaf to the skillet and sear on all sides, turning carefully. Pat any cracks that form back together. Note: You can skip the searing process if you prefer. Once all sides have browned, pour the tomato gravy over the meatloaf and transfer the entire skillet to a 350 degree F oven for about 1 hour, basting occasionally. When an instant read thermometer reads 160 degrees F the meatloaf is done. Allow to sit for about 10 to 15 minutes before slicing. Serve slices with a bit of the tomato gravy spooned over the top. Cook's Notes: This works best with an extra lean ground beef, so don't be tempted to try a higher fat ground beef because it just won't hold together for the searing process
MEATLOAF WITH TOMATO GRAVY
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h55m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Toast the bread crumbs in a dry skillet over medium heat until browned and fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and set aside. Add the olive oil, onions, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook until onions are tender, about 8 minutes. Let cool slightly. Add the onions to the bread crumbs along with the meat, cheese, and Worcestershire sauce. Toss and mix gently. Add the eggs and stir to coat the meat completely.
- Transfer to a foil-lined sheet pan and gently press into desired shape. Bake until an instant read thermometer registers 160 degrees F in the center of the loaf, about 45 minutes.
- Tent the meatloaf with foil and let rest for 15 minutes while you make the gravy (or you can make the gravy while the meatloaf is baking).
- Gravy: Cook the onions, garlic, and oregano in the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned, about 6 minutes. Add the tomato paste and bay leaf. Stir until paste turns brick red and garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook sauce until it thickens, about 5 minutes. Whisk in Parmesan cheese, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Discard the bay leaf and transfer the sauce to a gravy boat. Slice the meatloaf and serve with the gravy.
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NANA'S MEATLOAF WITH TOMATO GRAVY
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the meatloaf: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place beef, sausage, eggs and panko in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Place tomatoes, vinegar, Worcestershire, oregano, pepper, thyme, kosher salt, seasoning salt, garlic, yellow onion, chile and red onion in a high-powered blender and puree. Reserve half of this mixture for the tomato gravy. Pour the remaining half into the mixing bowl with the meat. Mix the meat really well with your hands until the meatloaf mixture is all the same color.
- Pack the meatloaf mixture into a 6-by-11-inch pan (or something similar). Place pan on a baking sheet to catch any fat that spills out during cooking. Bake the meatloaf until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 155 degrees F, 1 hour 30 minutes. Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes, then pour the fat out of the pan.
- For the tomato gravy: Meanwhile, whisk together ketchup, tomato paste, mustard and reserved vegetable mix in a saucepan. Place over medium heat and bring up to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, then simmer, stirring every couple of minutes, for 30 minutes. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve the tomato gravy with your finished meatloaf! Most importantly, enjoy with friends and family!
OLD-FASHIONED MEATLOAF RECIPE
This classic comfort food recipe is one you'll want to add to your recipe box. Creole and Greek seasonings pack the meatloaf with flavor that the whole family will enjoy. Worcestershire sauce mixed into ketchup creates a tasty topping that will help the meatloaf stay moist and tender.
Provided by Southern Living Editors
Time 1h37m
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat; add celery and onion, and sauté 7 minutes or just until tender.
- Stir together celery mixture, ground beef, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, breadcrumbs, and next 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Shape into a 10- x 5-inch loaf; place on a lightly greased broiler rack. Place rack in an aluminum foil-lined broiler pan.
- Bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Stir together remaining 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and 1 tablespoon ketchup until blended; pour evenly over meatloaf, and bake 10 to 15 more minutes or until no longer pink in center. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
- Note: For testing purposes only, we used Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning and Cavender's All Purpose Greek Seasoning.
MEATLOAF WITH TANGY TOMATO GRAVY
Baked in a gravy, this meatloaf turns out deliciously moist. Easy to prepare in advance and pop in the oven on nights when you are limited for time. Use a ready made meatloaf and cut the preparation time down even more!
Provided by Bokenpop aka Mad
Categories Meat
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix all meatloaf ingredients and form into a loaf shape.
- Place in casserole dish.
- Mix gravy ingredients together and pour over meatloaf.
- Bake at 180C for 1 hour.
MEATLOAF WITH TOMATO GRAVY
This recipe came from Food Network. I have made it several times and my DH said it gets better every time. I have changed a few things to our liking. I serve it with garlic mashed potatoes.
Provided by adopt a greyhound
Categories Meat
Time 1h30m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large skillet, add oil, butter.
- Add onion, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper and cook on med.
- until the onions are tender about 10 minute Let this mixture cool.
- In a large bowl, add the bread crumbs, onion mixture, meats, cheese and Worcestershire sauce.
- Toss and mix gently.
- Don't over handle.
- Add the beaten eggs and stir to coat the meat.
- Transfer to a foil lined jelly roll pan and press into a long log.
- Bake at 350°F for approximately 45 minutes.
- Check about 10 minutes before to see if an instant read thermometer reads 160°F.
- Tent the meatloaf and let rest 15 minute While the meatloaf is cooking.
- In a large skillet, add the olive oil, and butter.
- Add the onions, garlic and oregano and cook over medium heat about 6 minutes.
- Add the tomato paste and bay leaf.
- Stir until you can smell the garlic about 3 minute.
- Add the chicken broth and diced tomatoes.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce to a simmer and cook the sauce until thickened, about 5-10 minutes.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, vinegar, salt and pepper.
- Be sure to remove the bay leaf.
- After the meatloaf has rested, top the meatloaf with the gravy.
- Cut into serving slices and ENJOY!
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground beef and pork: This will give the meatloaf a richer flavor and help keep it moist.
- Add plenty of seasonings: Creole cuisine is known for its bold flavors, so don't be afraid to add a generous amount of spices and herbs to your meatloaf mixture.
- Don't overmix the meatloaf: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough, so be sure to mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Cook the meatloaf in a loaf pan: This will help keep the meatloaf moist and prevent it from falling apart.
- Make the tomato gravy ahead of time: This will give the flavors time to develop and will make the gravy even more delicious.
- Serve the meatloaf with mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables: This will make a complete and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
Creole meatloaf with tomato gravy is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. The meatloaf is moist and flavorful, and the tomato gravy is rich and tangy. This dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
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