Best 7 Favorite Gourmet Meatloaf Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delight, where taste buds dance and satisfaction reigns supreme. In this gastronomic adventure, we embark on a quest to discover the ultimate gourmet meatloaf recipe. Say goodbye to ordinary, dry meatloaf and prepare to tantalize your senses with a juicy, flavorful, and unforgettable masterpiece. Join us as we explore a symphony of flavors, textures, and techniques that will transform your perception of this classic comfort food. Get ready to elevate your culinary skills and indulge in a gourmet meatloaf experience that will leave you craving more.

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GOURMET MEATLOAF



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Gourmet Meatloaf is made with steak sauce instead of ketchup, cilantro, green peppers and onions on the outside, and ham, cheese and broccoli rolled up inside for a delicious combination.

Provided by BRENDA MARQUEZ

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground beef
1 ½ cups dry bread crumbs
1 egg
1 cup steak sauce
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
15 slices thinly sliced ham
10 slices Cheddar cheese
2 cups chopped broccoli

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg and steak sauce. Mix thoroughly. Blend in soup mix, green pepper, onion, cilantro and garlic.
  • On a large piece of aluminum foil, pat the beef mixture into a thin, flat rectangle. Layer about 1/2 the ham on top of the beef from end to end. Layer ham with the Cheddar cheese. Layer cheese with remaining ham, then the broccoli.
  • Using the foil, roll the meatloaf while pinching the ends. Keep aluminum foil around the meat loaf and place on a medium baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 171.5 mg, Fat 40.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 42.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 1598.9 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

MEATLOAF SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Meatloaf Shepherd's Pie is a delicious way to use up leftover meatloaf while saving time and money.

Provided by Linda Larsen

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup carrots (frozen, sliced)
2-3 cups meatloaf (leftover, crumbled)
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon marjoram leaves (dried)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
1 (20-ounce) package mashed potatoes (refrigerated)
1 cup peas (frozen)
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 F. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the onions are turning translucent.
  • Add the carrots and sauté for 4 minutes, or until the carrots thaw.
  • Add the crumbled meatloaf and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes longer until the mixture is hot and combined.
  • Add the flour and sauté for 3 more minutes.
  • Add the broth, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, marjoram, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, heat the refrigerated potatoes as directed on the package, or use leftover mashed potatoes, if available.
  • Add the peas and sour cream to the beef mixture in the skillet and stir to combine.
  • Pour into a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish and spread the mixture level.
  • Top with the mashed potatoes and spread to cover, then run a fork over the potatoes to make small peaks that will brown in the oven. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake the shepherd's pie for 25 to 35 minutes or until the filling is bubbly and the potatoes are golden brown on top. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1357 mg, Sugar 13 g, Fat 21 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

OUR FAVORITE MEATLOAF



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This ultimate meatloaf recipe took rounds and rounds of testing to get just right. Our final version incorporates an ideal blend of seasoned ground beef and pork, aromatics, and breadcrumbs and bakes in a freeform loaf on a baking sheet instead of in a loaf pan for maximum browning. The result is a loaf that is savory, tender, and juicy, yet holds together well when sliced.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Frankenrecipe     Meatloaf     Beef     Ground Beef     Pork     Breadcrumbs     Milk/Cream     Garlic     Egg     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup fine fresh breadcrumbs (from 6 slices firm white bread; see Cooks' Note below)
1/3 cup whole milk
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 celery stalk, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons neutral vegetable oil, such as grapeseed
2 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck, preferably 20% fat
1/2 pound ground pork
2 large eggs
1/2 cup ketchup, divided, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven; preheat to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet or 13x9" shallow baking dish with foil. Soak breadcrumbs in milk in a large bowl until ready to use.
  • Pulse onion, celery, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. (Alternatively, you can finely chop by hand.)
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Add onion mixture, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in Worcestershire, and scrape into bowl with breadcrumb mixture. Add beef, pork, eggs, 1/4 cup ketchup, and remaining 1 1/4 tsp. salt and 1 tsp. pepper, then mix with your hands to combine.
  • Form meatloaf mixture into a long, well-packed, approximately 5"-wide loaf shape on prepared baking sheet. Brush top of loaf with 1/4 cup ketchup. Bake meatloaf until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 155°F, 60-75 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing. Serve with more ketchup alongside.
  • Do Ahead
  • Meatloaf can be made 3 days ahead; wrap in foil and chill, or freeze for up to 3 months.

FAVORITE GOURMET MEATLOAF



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This recipe was given to me by a coworker many years ago. Since then, this is about the only meatloaf I make. It usually gets lots of yums and pleases the family. I have given this recipe out so many times, and always get comments on how good and easy it is. I love to serve this with mashed potatoes or mashed garlic potatoes.

Provided by Expat in Holland

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup Pepperidge Farm Herb Stuffing
1 cup tomato sauce or 1 cup left over spaghetti sauce
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup white onion, finely chop
1/4 cup green pepper, finely chop
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt
pepper
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 dash nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine beef, stuffing, tomato sauce, egg, onion, green pepper, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • With hands blend mixture well and form into a firm loaf.
  • Place in center of greased baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 30minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine BBQ sauce, brown sugar and nutmeg. Stir well.
  • Pour mixture over top of meatloaf.
  • Continue baking meatloaf for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let set for 5minutes before slicing and serving.

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 :

BEST-EVER MEAT LOAF



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The combination of onion, carrots, parsley and cheese-plus the tomato-mustard topping-makes this meat loaf really colorful. The recipe lends itself easily to being doubled or halved to suit the number you're cooking for, and it freezes well, too. It's the best meatloaf ever! -Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large eggs
2/3 cup whole milk
3 slices bread, torn
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup grated carrot
1 cup shredded cheddar or part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil, thyme or sage, optional
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
TOPPING:
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add milk and bread; let stand until liquid is absorbed. Stir in the onion, carrot, cheese and seasonings. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Shape into a 7-1/2x3-1/2x2-1/2-in. loaf in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. , Combine the topping ingredients; spoon half of the mixture over meat loaf. Bake 30 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°, occasionally spooning remaining topping over loaf. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

GOURMET MEATLOAF



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Now I'm not a meatloaf person at all, but I saw this picture in a magazine this month and it looked incredible. I figure what the heck, I'll give it a try. I changed a few things but I'm converted - it was fantastic, gourmet according to the BF. The worst thing was I forgot to take a picture. I made it with Redskin Mashed Potatoes #126500

Provided by Eleventhletter

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 lbs ground beef (80/20)
1 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 lb bacon, chopped into one inch pieces
2 large yellow onions
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 eggs
salt and pepper
olive oil (for frying)
parmesan cheese
1/2 onion, sliced
4 slices bacon, chopped in one pieces
1/4 cup flour
1 cup water
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Chop 2 onions and and 1 lb of the bacon in a large pan and a little olive oil. Cook the bacon and onions until the bacon is crisp.
  • Chop up the tomatoes and put to the side.
  • Chop up the basil. I rolled and cut into small ribbons.
  • Drain onions and bacon but save the liquid to use as gravy.
  • With a spoon mix the meat, basil, tomatoes, eggs, cooked bacon, and cooked onion, and bread crumbs in a large bowl. Adding salt and pepper to taste.
  • Fill a 9"x13" baking pan with the meatloaf mixture. Then I sprinkled some parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs on top adnd bake for 35 minutes, until the meat is brown all the way through.
  • Then take the other half onion and slice and fry with bacon until crispy.
  • Remove from the pan, leaving the grease and adding the grease saved previously, should be about 1/4 cup.
  • Gradually add the flour mixing together well.
  • Add water gradually and then milk.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste, cooking to desired thickness.
  • I served a square of meatloaf with a scoop of mashed potatoes and then some of the fried onions and then some gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1590.5, Fat 118.5, SaturatedFat 42.8, Cholesterol 438.2, Sodium 1579.4, Carbohydrate 36.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 6.9, Protein 89.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: A combination of ground beef and ground pork is a classic choice, but you can also use ground turkey, lamb, or veal. If you're using lean ground meat, add some bacon or butter to the mixture for extra flavor and moisture.
  • Season the meatloaf well: Don't be afraid to use plenty of salt, pepper, and other seasonings. You can also add herbs, spices, and vegetables to the mixture for extra flavor.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf: Overmixing the meatloaf will make it tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Shape the meatloaf into a loaf: Use your hands to shape the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape. You can also use a meatloaf pan if you have one.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a high temperature: Start by baking the meatloaf at a high temperature (400 degrees Fahrenheit) for 15 minutes. This will help to brown the outside of the meatloaf and keep the inside moist.
  • Reduce the temperature and continue baking: After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and continue baking the meatloaf for about 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the meatloaf reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This will help the juices to redistribute and make the meatloaf easier to slice.

Conclusion:

With these tips, you'll be able to make a delicious and flavorful meatloaf that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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