Best 9 Dads Favorite Meat Loaf Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes hold a more prominent place in the hearts of dads everywhere than the revered meat loaf. This classic comfort food has stood the test of time, cherished for its hearty flavors, comforting aromas, and the ability to bring families together around the dinner table. As we embark on a quest to discover the ultimate recipe for "Dad's Favorite Meat Loaf," let us delve into the secrets that make this dish so beloved, exploring the perfect blend of ingredients, the techniques that elevate it from ordinary to extraordinary, and the stories behind the cherished family traditions that surround it.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

DAD'S AWESOME MEATLOAF



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My Dad made this meatloaf at least once a month and it was always my favorite dish. Even my meatloaf hating husband loves it! Sure to be a hit with both the meatloaf lovers and haters alike!

Provided by CoreyAnn

Categories     Meat

Time 2h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs hamburger
2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 cup tomato juice
2 eggs (beat)
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup onion (chopped)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Mix hamburger, bread and juice together until well blended.
  • Add eggs, pepper, salt and onion and mix together until well blended.
  • Cook in loaf pan for 1 hour at 350°.
  • Mix together brown sugar, ketchup and dry mustard.
  • Place on top of meatloaf after 1 hour and cook for another 30 minutes.

DAD'S - OUR FAVORITE MEATLOAF



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A slight variation on Tyler Florence's "Dad's Meatloaf." After my sister raved about it, I tried my hand at it and it was a hit. This is a healthier version with less fat and one less egg yolk.

Provided by Red_Apple_Guy

Categories     Veal

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb lean ground beef
1/2 lb ground veal
1/2 lb ground lean pork
1 egg
1 egg white
4 ounces fresh whole wheat bread crumbs
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ounce dried parsley
4 large tomatoes
3 red peppers
2 onions
4 ounces ketchup

Steps:

  • For the tomato relish, chop tomatoes, peppers, and onions into a medium dice. Saute over high heat. Finish with ketchup. Lower heat. Reduce to a simmer.
  • For the Meatloaf, in a large mixing bowl, using a fork, combine 1/2 cup of the tomato relish, the ground meats, egg and egg white, bread crumbs, garlic and skim milk.
  • Finish with olive oil, and then lightly pack into a 9-inch loaf pan.
  • Cover with half the remaining relish and place in the middle of a preheated 350 degree oven.
  • Bake for 45 minutes to one hour or until the center of the meat loaf reaches 170 degrees.
  • Allow meatloaf to cool 15 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve with additional relish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.2, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 88.5, Sodium 329.9, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 9.8, Protein 21.2

DAD'S FAVORITE BARBECUE MEAT LOAVES



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It may sound old-fashioned, but it warms my heart to serve dishes that make my family and friends happy. This recipe does just that, and then some. -Leta Winters, Johnson City, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup stuffing mix, crushed
3 tablespoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, divided
1 pound ground beef

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine egg, stuffing mix, milk, cheese and 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 4x2-in. loaves in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake until a thermometer reads 160°, 15-20 minutes. Spread with remaining barbecue sauce before serving. Freeze option: Individually wrap cooled meat loaves in plastic and foil, then freeze. To use, partially thaw meat loaves in refrigerator overnight. Unwrap loaves; reheat in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan in a preheated 350° oven until loaves are heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Top each with 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 449mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

DAD'S MEATLOAF



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 1/2 pounds ground pork
3/4 cup grated carrots
1/2 cup chopped shallots
1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese
2 cups (1/2-inch-diced) bread cubes, such as crusty sourdough
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons kosher salt
6 to 8 twists of a pepper grinder
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
3/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, add all meatloaf ingredients and mix with your hands until combined. Do NOT overmix it! Divide the mixture between two 9 x 5-inch loaf pans and set aside.
  • For the glaze, in a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, ketchup, and mustard. Brush the top of each meatloaf with a thick coat of the glaze. Transfer to the oven and bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the middle registers 150 degrees F, about 45 minutes.
  • Let the meatloaves rest for 10 to 15 minutes, unmold, cut into slices, and serve.

DAD'S MEATLOAF WITH TOMATO RELISH



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
2 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and finely diced
2 tomatoes, halved, seeded, and finely diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 (12-ounce) bottle ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 slices white bread, crusts removed, torn into chunks by hand
1/4 cup whole milk
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 pound ground pork
2 eggs
Leaves from 2 fresh thyme sprigs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 to 4 bacon slices

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Coat a skillet with a 2-count of oil and place over medium heat. Saute the onion, garlic, and bay leaves for a few minutes to create a base flavor. Throw in the red peppers and cook them for a couple of minutes to soften. Now add the tomatoes; adding them at this point lets them hold their shape and prevents them from disintegrating. Stir in the parsley, ketchup, and Worcestershire; season with salt and pepper. Simmer the relish for 5 minutes to pull all the flavors together. Remove it from the heat; you should have about 4 cups of relish.
  • Place the torn white bread in a bowl and add the milk to just barely cover, swish the bread around in the milk and let it sit while you get the rest of the ingredients for the meat loaf together.
  • This is where you get your hands dirty! In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and pork with 1 1/2 cups of the tomato relish, the eggs, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Squeeze the excess milk from the bread and add the soaked bread to the meat mixture. To test, fry a small "hamburger" patty of the meatloaf until cooked; the patty should hold together but still have a soft consistency. Taste the patty for seasoning.
  • Lightly oil a cookie sheet. Transfer the meat mixture to the center of the cookie sheet and form into a log about 9 inches long and about 4 inches wide. Coat the top of the meatloaf with another 1/2 cup of the tomato relish. Lay the bacon across the top lengthwise.
  • Bake the meatloaf for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until the bacon is crisp and the meatloaf is firm. Rotate the meat loaf while it's baking every now and then to insure that the bacon browns evenly. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it cool a bit before slicing. Serve with the remaining tomato relish on the side. Unbelievably moist!

CLASSIC MEATLOAF RECIPE



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This Classic Meatloaf recipe was my dad's claim to fame, at least in our house! It's tender and juicy and has a uniquely delicious flavor. The brown sugar and ketchup glaze just puts this meatloaf over the top!

Provided by Kristin Maxwell

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground beef (85/15)
1/2 cup minced onion
2 eggs
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire
1 cup crushed crackers (quick cook oats or breadcrumbs)
2 teaspoons Porterhouse seasoning
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9"x5" loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine meatloaf ingredients in a large bowl using your hands, just until combined. Do not overmix - The less you mess with it, the better it will be!
  • Shape into a loaf and place into a loaf pan.
  • In a small bowl combine 1/2 cup ketchup, brown sugar and mustard. Brush about 1/3 of the mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, then pour remaining sauce over the meatloaf. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-25 minutes or until meatloaf is completely cooked through. Meat should register between 155 and 160 degrees F.
  • Let stand for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 157 mg, Sodium 814 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 14 g, Calories 467 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

DAD'S CHEESY BACON WRAPPED MEAT LOAF



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This is a recipe my dad has been making for years. Great for the cheese and bacon lover-- it's a huge hit with crowds, even kids! And it's a great comfort food!

Provided by Ashley

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Stuffed Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
2 eggs
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small yellow onion, diced
6 slices bacon
8 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, cut into quarters
1 tablespoon ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine ground beef, eggs and 2 tablespoons of ketchup in a large bowl. Mix well, then add bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, oregano, basil, pepper, and onion. Set mixture aside. Line the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan with bacon, widthwise. Place half of the meat mixture across the top of the bacon. Lay 3 of the 4 pieces of Cheddar cheese across the center of the meat, lengthwise. Cover the cheese with the second half of the meat mixture and mold the meat into a loaf shape. Pull the ends of the bacon up and around the loaf. Spread 1 tablespoon of ketchup thinly over the loaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Remove from the oven.
  • Cut the final piece of Cheddar cheese into slices and place on top of the meat loaf. Return the meat loaf to the oven and continue baking until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow the meat loaf to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 207.1 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 43.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.3 g, Sodium 945.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

DADS MEAT LOAF RECIPE - (3.7/5)



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Provided by tonym

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
2 eggs
1/2 cup ketchup, divided
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9- x 5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine beef, pork, onion, bread crumbs, eggs, 1/4 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; mix well. Press mixture into prepared pan. In a small bowl, combine remaining ketchup and brown sugar; brush over meat loaf. Bake 1 to 1-1/4 hours, or until juices run clear. Allow to sit 5 minutes, then slice and serve. Read more at http://www.mrfood.com/Beef/Dads-Meat-Loaf#hrDfZLEOrcH5yXXS.99

FAVORITE MEAT LOAF



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Meat loaf is my all-time favorite dish to cook. One year, an aunt and I put together a cookbook that included over 50 variations of that hearty, old-fashioned main course.-Jim Hopkins, Whittier, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 carrot, shredded
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1/2 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add milk, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt and onion powder; mix well. Stir in oats, carrot and parsley. Combine beef and pork; add to egg mixture and mix well. Press into a 9x5-in. loaf pan. Top with ketchup. Bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°; drain.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
  • Add bread crumbs, eggs, and milk to bind the meat mixture together.
  • Season the meat mixture with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Form the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
  • Top the meatloaf with a mixture of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
  • Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this meatloaf recipe is a great option for a weeknight meal. It's also easy to customize to your own taste. For example, you can add different spices or herbs to the meat mixture, or you can top the meatloaf with your favorite sauce. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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