Best 7 Good Old Diner Meatloaf Recipes

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If you're looking for a hearty, comforting dish that brings back memories of classic diners, this good old diner meatloaf recipe is sure to satisfy. This meatloaf is made with a mixture of ground beef, pork, and veal, seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, then topped with a classic tomato sauce. It's easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends.

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CLASSIC MEATLOAF RECIPE



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When it comes to making a Classic Meatloaf nobody does it better than Chef Dennis. Flavorful and easy to make at home this American Classic is still bringing smiles to dinner tables around the country.

Provided by Chef Dennis Littley

Categories     Entree

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 lbs ground beef (85 - 90 % Lean)
1 cup onion (finely diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon basil (dried or fresh)
1 teaspoon oregano (dried or fresh)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped (dry can be substituted))
1 cup breadcrumbs (plain, panko or seasoned)
⅓ cup milk
¾ cup ketchup
2 teaspoon cider vinegar (white or wine vinegar can be substituted)
2 tablespoon brown sugar (light or dark)
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon granulated onion
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 128 mg, Sodium 916 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST OLD FASHIONED MEATLOAF RECIPE YOU WILL EAT



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This old-fashioned meatloaf recipe has been passed down for a few generations and is still one of my favorites meatloaf recipes ever! See why!

Provided by Marissa

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons snipped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground sage
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup catsup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • First, in a large bowl combine eggs and milk then stir in breadcrumbs. Next add onion parsley, salt, sage, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Mix them together a few times then add in the beef and mix well. I suggest using your hands, and this is how I was taught, it mixes faster and better than using a spoon of any kind.
  • Shape your meatloaf into a 'loaf' shape if not using a bread pan, though I suggest you do, or use the mini loaf pan I mentioned above. Then go ahead and bake in a 350-degree oven for 50 minutes. Then make sure to spoon off excess fat.
  • Mix together the ketchup, sugar, and dry mustard, mix it well then spread over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Then return to the oven for 10-15 minutes. This makes about six servings.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 grams, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

THE BEST MEATLOAF I'VE EVER MADE



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When I was growing up, my mom never ever made meatloaf and I always wanted to try it - I finally tried it at a restaurant and loved it. When I moved out on my own I started experimenting with different recipes and creating my own version. I finally came up with the best meatloaf I have ever made, and I wanted to share it.

Provided by sillyliltracy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup minced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds extra-lean ground beef
3 slices bread, toasted and crumbled
7 buttery round crackers, crushed
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 ½ tablespoons sour cream
1 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, divided
¼ cup milk
3 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion and garlic 5 minutes, until onion is tender. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, mix the onion and garlic, beef, crumbled bread, crushed crackers, egg, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 can tomato sauce. Gradually stir in the milk 1 teaspoon at a time until mixture is moist, but not soggy. Transfer the mixture to a 5x9 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven 40 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), and continue baking 15 minutes, to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl, mix the remaining tomato sauce and ketchup. Pour over the top of the meatloaf, and continue baking 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 648.6 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

DINER MEATLOAF



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Dig into meatloaf like you find in your local diner, homemade and partnered with mashed potatoes and gravy.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 clove garlic or 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 small onion
2 slices bread with crust
1/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg
1/3 cup ketchup, chili sauce or barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, break up the beef into small pieces, 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 tablespoons. Wrap remaining piece of onion, and refrigerate for another use. Add the garlic and onion to the beef.
  • Tear the bread into small pieces 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 beef mixture in an ungreased baking pan. Shape the mixture into an 8x4-inch loaf in the pan, then spread the ketchup over the top.
  • Bake uncovered 50 to 60 minutes until meat and juices are no longer pink or until a meat thermometer inserted in the center of the loaf reads 160°F and center of loaf is no longer pink*. Let the loaf stand 5 minutes so it will be easier to remove from the pan. Remove loaf from pan and cut into slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Servings, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 g

GOOD OLD DINER MEATLOAF



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Delicious comfort food, a taste from my childhood. I've used this recipe for years and my family loves it as much as I do. It's good enough for guests, too!

Provided by Yia Yia

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs ground chuck
1/2 lb ground pork
3/4 cup beef broth (you can use milk)
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (I use seasoned)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 -2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine beef, pork, beef broth, onion, 1-2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper and oregano.
  • Don't overmix, but combine it well (hands work the best).
  • Transfer meat to a shallow baking pan and shape into a loaf about 5 inches wide.
  • Bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • While meatloaf is baking, combine ketchup, brown sugar and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Pour or spoon over the meatloaf (after the 1 hour, 15 minute baking time). Bake for about 15 more minutes, until temperature reaches 160 degrees in the center of the meatloaf.
  • Let meatloaf rest 5-10 minutes in baking pan, then remove to a serving platter.
  • The drippings from the pan are obscene over mashed potatoes.
  • I've made this with all the beef/pork combo, all beef and even buffalo and beef combined. It's always outrageous (we think). Also,it is better with the beef broth, rather than the milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 108.5, Sodium 866.1, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 26.3

DINER MEAT LOAF



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"Oven-roasted tomato sauce is a nice addition to this traditional meat loaf," says Joan Airey, a grain and cattle farmer from Rivers, Manitoba. "To bake it, I line my broiler pan with foil, with holes poked in so the fat drains through. It browns beautifully."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 large onion, finely chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup ketchup
3/4 cup soft bread crumbs
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 pounds ground beef
BAKED TOMATO SAUCE:
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and celery in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl, combine the eggs, ketchup, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, nutmeg and onion mixture. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Shape into a loaf. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°., Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Let meat loaf stand for 10 minutes before slicing; serve with tomato sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

GOOD OLD MEATLOAF



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I've been making this recipe since the 1970's. It's the first meatloaf I ever made. Occasionally, I like to try other meatloaf recipes but I always go back to this one.

Provided by Ginny Sue

Categories     Meat

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg
1/2 cup milk
2 slices bread
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1/4 cup onion, minced
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
4 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a large bowl, beat egg and milk with a fork until well-combined.
  • (If your ground beef has been previously frozen and defrosted, use slightly less milk.).
  • Tear bread into small pieces, and add to the bowl with salt, pepper, worcestershire sauce, and mustard, mix well.
  • Add ground beef, onion and parsley; mix with hands until all liquid in absorbed and ingredients are well distributed. Mixture will be quite loose.
  • Place meat mixture in a shallow casserole about 9 or 10 inches square and shape into a small, rectangular loaf.
  • Spread ketchup over top of meat, and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of ground meats: Combining different types of ground meat, such as beef, pork, and veal, can create a more flavorful meatloaf.
  • Soak the breadcrumbs in milk: This will help to keep the meatloaf moist and tender.
  • Add some vegetables to the meatloaf: This will help to add flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
  • Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan: This will help to keep the meatloaf moist and prevent it from falling apart.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: This will help to keep the meatloaf from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and flavorful meatloaf that your family and friends will love. Serve with mashed potatoes, gravy, and your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.

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