Best 7 Favorite Meat Loaf Recipes

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Whether it's a comforting weeknight meal or a showstopping dish for a special occasion, a mouthwatering meatloaf is always a winner. With its versatile flavors and endless variations, it's no wonder this classic dish has stood the test of time. From the traditional beef-based meatloaf to innovative vegetarian and vegan versions, the possibilities are endless. So, let's embark on a journey to discover the secrets of creating the ultimate favorite meatloaf that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FAVORITE MEAT LOAF GYROS



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This is definitely a different gyro meat recipe, yet it is so good! I slice leftover meat in individual portions and freeze for any time I crave a gyro. -Sharon Rawlings, Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 large egg, lightly beaten
6 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground lamb
1 pound ground beef
TZATZIKI SAUCE:
1 cup plain yogurt
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
GYROS:
8 whole pita breads
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
16 slices tomato
8 slices sweet onion, halved

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, garlic, oregano, kosher salt and pepper. Crumble lamb and beef over mixture; mix well. , Pat into an ungreased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours., For sauce, in a small bowl, combine the yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , Brush pita breads with 1 tablespoon oil; heat on a lightly greased griddle for 1 minute on each side. Keep warm. Cut meat loaf into very thin slices. In a large skillet, fry meat loaf in remaining oil in batches until crisp. , On each pita bread, layer the tomato, onion and meat loaf slices; top with some tzatziki sauce. Carefully fold pitas in half. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 918mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

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 :

FAVORITE MEAT LOAF CUPS



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My family enjoys meat loaf, but sometimes I can't spare the hour or more it takes to bake in the traditional shape. A quick alternative is to divide the meat mixture into muffin cups for individual servings that are ready in less than 30 minutes. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
4 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
Additional ketchup, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Press into 12 foil-lined or greased muffin cups. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 160°. Drain before serving. Drizzle with ketchup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 146mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein.

FAMILY FAVORITE TACO MEAT LOAF



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Our children think there are three basic food groups-pizza, tacos and burgers! They like to doctor up slices of this specially seasoned meat loaf with their favorite taco toppings. -Diane Essinger, Findlay, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup salsa
2 to 4 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat into a 3-qt. slow cooker. , Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Top with sour cream, salsa, cheese, lettuce and olives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

FAMILY-FAVORITE MEAT LOAF



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Combining ground beef with ground turkey is the key to this flavorful meat loaf that's sure to become a menu staple. Horseradish adds just the right amount of zip. It has my husband's seal of approval! -Colette Gerow, Raytown, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup egg substitute
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste, divided
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish, divided
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1 envelope onion soup mix
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon steak seasoning
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1 teaspoon water
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg substitute, 1/2 cup tomato paste, mustard, 1 teaspoon horseradish, oats, soup mix, garlic powder and steak seasoning. Crumble beef and turkey over mixture and mix well. , Shape into a loaf and place in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the water, sugar, remaining tomato paste and remaining horseradish; spread over meat loaf., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°. Drain if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 763mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FAVORITE MEAT LOAF (VEGAN)



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Make and share this Favorite Meat Loaf (Vegan) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 1 8, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 1/2 cups onions, finely diced
1 cup carrot, shredded
2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried savory
1 teaspoon dried whole thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup Bulgar wheat
3/4 cup textured vegetable protein, dry
1 1/2 cups hot water
2 teaspoons vegetarian beef bouillon powder
2 tablespoons flax seed meal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, then oil an 8"x4" loaf pan & set it aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add onions, carrots, garlic, savory, thyme & salt.
  • Saute for about 3 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften, then add the bulghur & cook another 3 minutes, before removing from the heat & setting aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, Textured Vegetable Protein, hot water & vegetarian beef bouillon & mix thoroughly to blend.
  • Add flax meal & mix thoroughly, then add the sauteed vegetable mixture, mixing by hand until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan & bake in the oven 30 to 40 minutes or until the top is lightly browned & the loaf is firm to the touch. Remove the pan from the oven & run a dull knife along the sides of the pan, then invert it onto a serving plate to release the loaf. Let sit about 5 minutes before slicing & serving.

DAD'S FAVORITE MEAT LOAF



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Every one here has a meat loaf recipe and this one is mine. My Dad requested this often and usually for his birthday dinner. He liked a baked potato with it and in the picture is a twice baked potato. I love green peppers, but not in meat loaf, to me it changes the flavor of the whole meat loaf so much that I don't like it at...

Provided by Jane Whittaker

Categories     Beef

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb hamburg
8 oz ground pork
1/2 c onion, chopped
1/3 c catsup
1/2 c italian bread crumbs
1 tsp worchestershire sauce,or more to taste
1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
1 large egg

Steps:

  • 1. Pteheat oven to 350 degrees, spray a loaf pan with non stick spray.
  • 2. Mix everything together well.
  • 3. Bake for 1 hour, or until nicely browned.

Tips:

  • Choose the right meat: A combination of ground beef and pork is a classic choice for meatloaf, but you can also use ground turkey, chicken, or lamb. If you're using a leaner meat, like turkey or chicken, add some ground pork or beef fat to keep the meatloaf moist.
  • Season the meatloaf well: Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor the meatloaf, such as garlic, onion, parsley, thyme, rosemary, and cumin. You can also add grated vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini, to add moisture and flavor.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf: Overmixing the meatloaf will make it tough. Just mix the ingredients until they are evenly combined.
  • Form the meatloaf into a loaf shape: Place the meatloaf mixture in a greased loaf pan and shape it into a loaf. You can also form the meatloaf into individual meatballs.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a high temperature: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the meatloaf for 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (70°C).
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meatloaf, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. 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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