Best 7 Grandmothers Old Fashioned Meat Loaf Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes evoke the warmth and comfort of a grandmother's old-fashioned meatloaf, a time-honored recipe passed down through generations, carrying the essence of family traditions and culinary heritage. This classic dish, often served as a centerpiece at family gatherings, holds a special place in our hearts, conjuring up memories of Sunday dinners, the aroma of savory spices filling the kitchen, and the tender, succulent texture that melts in your mouth. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of creating the perfect grandmother's old-fashioned meatloaf, a testament to the enduring legacy of home-cooked meals and the love that binds families together.

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GRANDMA'S BEST MEATLOAF RECIPE



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Grandma's Best Meatloaf is a good old-fashioned recipe and the epitome of comfort food. It's also easy to make gluten-free.

Provided by BlessedBeyondCrazy.com

Categories     Main dishes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 19

MEATLOAF
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound seasoned ground sausage - your choice of mild, medium, or hot - (GF Option - use a gluten-free brand)
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs (GF Option - use gluten-free bread crumbs)
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 milk
1/2 cup ketchup
1 1/2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (GF Option - use a gluten-free brand)
1 teaspoon dried mustard
1 Tablespoon basil, fresh or dried
1 Tablespoon oregano, fresh or dried
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
GLAZE
1/2 cup ketchup
2 Tablespoons dark brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (GF Option - use a gluten-free brand)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place all of the ingredients for the meatloaf into a large mixing bowl. Stir until mixture is well combined. Place mixture into a loaf pan. Bake for 45 minutes.
  • In the meantime, whisk together the ingredients for the glaze in a small mixing bowl. Brush mixture evenly over the top of the hot meatloaf. Bake for another 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf sit for 5 minutes. Slice and serve.

THIS OLD-FASHIONED MEATLOAF RECIPE IS JUST LIKE GRANDMA USED TO MAKE



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Try our best recipe for grandma's old-fashioned meatloaf. This dinner staple features lean ground beef, onions, oregano, parsley and more.

Provided by Parade

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs. 90%-lean ground beef
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup + 2 Tbsp. Romano cheese, optional
½ cup dried bread crumbs
½ cup ketchup
½ cup egg substitute
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together ground beef, parsley, oregano, onion, garlic, optional cheese, bread crumbs, ketchup, egg substitute, pepper, and salt. Roll mixture into a large ball. Place in well-greased 9x13-inch baking dish or roaster, flattening slightly. Bake at 375°F for 1 hour. Keep in oven 5 more minutes with oven off and door closed. Remove meatloaf from oven. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing to allow meatloaf to gather its juices and firm up.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY OLD FASHIONED MEATLOAF



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No fancy ingredients here... Not like we need another meatloaf recipe, but I figured I'd should post my Grandma's for people like me who like a quick easy meatloaf without a lot of fuss. Most of the meatloaves I saw here had things I'd never even consider putting in a meatloaf! :) At times I will substitute the onion with approx. 1/4 cup dried onion flakes. I also have substituted the garlic with garlic powder. I've never tried making it with horseradish. (I was a notoriously picky eater as a kid so I don't think Grandma put it in when I came to visit either.) I usually don't bother beating the egg... (Boy do I sound lazy! Don't tell Mom! LOL!) I've only recently started putting ketchup on the top before baking, so I don't think it's necessary to keep the meatloaf moist. Mom used to use her own dried bread crumbs, but I use the plain storebought kind. I haven't been adventurous enough to try any flavored bread crumbs... Make sure lean ground beef is used otherwise the meatloaf can get too greasy and/or bubble over the pan while baking. I also recommend checking the center to make sure it's done. On occasion it has taken over an hour to bake.

Provided by nranger7

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
1 beaten egg
1/2 cup ketchup
1 clove minced garlic
2 teaspoons salt
1 dash pepper
1 medium finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish (optional)

Steps:

  • Thoroughly mix all ingredients.
  • Shape in loaf pan.
  • Cover with more ketchup if desired.
  • Bake one hour at 350 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 97, Sodium 861.5, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 24.3

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 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.

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.

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

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a more flavorful meatloaf.
  • Soak the bread crumbs in milk before adding them to the meat mixture. This will help to bind the ingredients together and keep the meatloaf moist.
  • Add a variety of seasonings to the meat mixture, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt and pepper. This will give the meatloaf a delicious flavor.
  • Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish. Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour or until it is cooked through.
  • Let the meatloaf cool slightly before slicing and serving. This will help to keep the meatloaf from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Grandmother's Old-Fashioned Meatloaf is a classic comfort food dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This easy-to-make recipe uses simple ingredients and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Serve this delicious meatloaf with mashed potatoes, green beans, and a side of gravy for a complete and satisfying meal.

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