Best 6 Grandmas Everyday Meatloaf Recipes

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Grandmas everyday meatloaf is a classic comfort food that brings back memories of home. It's a simple dish to make, but it's packed with flavor. The key to a great meatloaf is using high-quality ingredients and taking the time to cook it properly. In this article, we'll share our favorite recipe for grandma's everyday meatloaf, along with tips for making it perfect every time.

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GRANDMA'S MEATLOAF



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This is my all time favorite dish, that my Grandmother served in her restaurant. She would serve this with real mashed potatoes and creamed corn.

Provided by litldarlin

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs ground chuck
4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup grated onion
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 cups breadcrumbs
1 cup milk
1 cup tomato juice (for topping) or 1 cup ketchup (for topping)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix everything together very well and shape into 2 loaves.
  • You can either pour the tomato juice or ketchup on top before baking, or apply the sauce to the top of the meat loaf 10 minutes before it is done.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes to 1 hour or until done.
  • Makes 2 loaves.

GRANDMA'S MEATLOAF



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This is a recipe given to me by my mother - it is very moist and tasty with a sauce made with catsup & brown sugar.

Provided by tjgarrett4

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 meatloafs, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 egg
1/2 cup catsup
1/2 cup oatmeal
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup catsup
1 cup water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Mix loaf ingredients together and form 2 loafs.
  • Place each loaf in a loaf pan.
  • Mix sauce ingredients together in a saucepan and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
  • Divide sauce and pour over meatloaf.
  • Cook at 350% for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.5, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 67.4, Sodium 463.1, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 10.7, Protein 14.8

GRANDMA'S MEAT LOAF



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We love Grandma's version of meat loaf so much that we have it at Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter-the holidays wouldn't be the same without it! It's just as good the next day, as a cold sandwich.-Joan Frey, Spencer, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
3 bacon strips, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 small onion, chopped
2 ounces cubed cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine egg, bread crumbs, bacon, onion, cheese, seasoned salt and pepper. Add beef and sausage; mix well. In a shallow baking pan, shape mixture into an 8x4-in. oval. , Bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°; drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.

GRANDMA'S MEATLOAF RECIPE



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Provided by á-10070

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1/3 C milk
1/4 C chopped onion
1 T Worcestershire sauce
1/2 t salt
1/8 t pepper
2 T brown sugar
1 C crushed buttery crackers
3/4 C ketchup, divided
1 egg
1 (8 oz. ) can crushed pineapple, undrained
2 t cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, milk, onion, egg, salt, pepper, crackers, 1/4 cup ketchup & Worcestershire sauce; mix well. Form mixture into a loaf pan. Bake at 350 for 90 minutes. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup ketchup, pineapple, brown sugar and cornstarch; mix well. Cook over medium heat until mixture boils and thickens, stirring frequently. Spread on top of meat loaf; bake an additional 15 minutes or until meat loaf is no longer pink. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. You may also serve sauce on the side instead of topping meatloaf but you will still need to cook it the additional time.

GRANDMA'S MEATLOAF WITH OATS



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Grandma's meatloaf recipe was the best I have ever tried to make. My previous attempts to create a healthy, yet good tasting meatloaf recipe failed repeatedly because each attempt resulted in a dry loaf. Not so with Grandma's recipe! I added more seasonings and scaled her recipe up a bit so 2 full pounds of beef can be used and a whole can of tomato sauce (instead of a partial can). Plus beef is usually sold in 1-pound packages, so assembly time is reduced.

Provided by RobotLady

Categories     Beef Meatloaf

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons minced dried onion
¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup ketchup, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together ground beef, oats, tomato sauce, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined. Press into a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), about 1 hour.
  • Remove from the oven and spread ketchup over top. Serve with additional ketchup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 131.6 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 304.2 mg

GRANDMOTHER'S MEAT LOAF



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My grandmother gave me this recipe many years ago. The buttery flavor of the crushed crackers is what gives this meat loaf the special taste that our family says is best!-Etta Winter, Pavilion, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup whole milk
2/3 cup finely crushed butter-flavored crackers
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoonground sage or poultry seasoning
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
Green pepper rings, optional
Onion rings, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, crushed crackers, onion, salt, sage or poultry seasoning and pepper. Add ground beef; mix well. press mixture into an 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until no pink remains. Garnish with green pepper and onion rings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: For a classic meatloaf, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. You can also use all beef or all pork, but the combination of the two meats gives the meatloaf a more flavorful and moist texture.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables like onions, carrots, celery, and zucchini add flavor and moisture to the meatloaf. You can also add herbs and spices like parsley, sage, thyme, and rosemary.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf: Overmixing the meatloaf can make it tough. Just mix the ingredients until they are combined.
  • Shape the meatloaf into a loaf: Use your hands to shape the meatloaf into a loaf shape. You can also use a loaf pan if you prefer.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a high temperature: Start by baking the meatloaf at 450°F for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Before slicing the meatloaf, let it rest for 10 minutes. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meatloaf, making it more moist and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a meatloaf that is moist, flavorful, and sure to please everyone at your table. So, next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give meatloaf a try. You won't be disappointed.

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