Best 5 Happy Hubby Meatloaf Recipes

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"Happy Hubby Meatloaf" is a dish that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. This classic comfort food is made with ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and spices, and can be customized to fit your family's tastes. Whether you prefer a traditional meatloaf with ketchup glaze or something a little more unique, there are plenty of recipes out there to choose from. Here, we'll provide you with a few of our favorite "Happy Hubby Meatloaf" recipes, so you can find the perfect one to make for your next family meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE BEST MEATLOAF



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I have used this recipe for 30 years. My husband loves it and he is picky.

Provided by DENELLE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup milk
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
1 egg, slightly beaten
3 tablespoons steak sauce, (e.g. Heinz 57)
1 onion, chopped
½ cup diced green bell pepper
¼ cup steak sauce, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch loaf pan.
  • Combine milk and soft bread crumbs in a small bowl and allow to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, pepper, egg, 3 tablespoons steak sauce, chopped onion, and green bell pepper. Add bread crumb mixture, and mix with your hands until all ingredients are combined.
  • Pat the the mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Brush the top with additional steak sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until done. Allow to stand 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 100.6 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 867 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHEF JOHN'S MEATBALL-INSPIRED MEATLOAF



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The main point of this Italian meatball-inspired meatloaf is to show you what happens when you make meatloaf like your grandparents did. During the Great Depression, this type of dish was a popular strategy for stretching what little meat you had into as filling a meal as possible.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, diced
salt to taste
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups very dry white bread crumbs
1 ½ cups milk
2 pounds ground chuck
½ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
3 cups tomato sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Heat olive oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion with a pinch of salt in hot oil and butter until onion is golden brown and soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove skillet from heat and cool onion mixture to room temperature.
  • Place bread crumbs in a large bowl. Add milk and stir with a fork until combined. Let sit until all of the milk is absorbed into the breadcrumbs, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Combine ground chuck, cooled onion mixture, parsley, Parmesan cheese, eggs, 2 teaspoons salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Grab a handful of breadcrumbs and squeeze very gently to remove excess milk. Repeat with remaining breadcrumbs, transfer breadcrumbs to ground chuck mixture, and discard excess milk. Stir ground chuck mixture until evenly combined.
  • Turn chuck mixture out into prepared baking dish, and shape meat into a 3x4x10-inch meatloaf. Pour tomato sauce over the loaf and into the bottom of the dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Let meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 85.8 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1129.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

HUBBY'S MEATLOAF



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I know everyone has a recipe...but once, quite by accident my DH made this for dinner, making it up as he went along...he is now in charge of Meatloaf in our house!! It's a huge meatloaf, we love meatloaf sandwiches...and I have also used leftovers like added meat to spaghetti sauce!

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories     Meat

Time 2h

Yield 1 large loaf

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 -4 lbs lean ground beef (usually use 7% fat beef)
1 (7 3/4 ounce) can of el pato tomato sauce
1 cup catsup (eyeballed not exact measurement)
2 eggs
1 (6 ounce) package instant cornbread stuffing mix, crushed fine (seasoning and all)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 jalapenos, chopped seeds and all
catsup, for the top (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all well.
  • Place in 9X13 pan.
  • We prefer flat and square but can also do it as a large loaf.
  • Spread catsup on top of meatloaf.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for approx 1 1/2 hours.
  • (until desired doneness).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3600.9, Fat 155.2, SaturatedFat 60.2, Cholesterol 1307.5, Sodium 7096.8, Carbohydrate 229.4, Fiber 34.1, Sugar 83.3, Protein 311.9

HUSBAND PLEASING MEATLOAF



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This is one of my husband's favorite meals. Served with creamy mashed potatoes and he's a happy camper!

Provided by PsychRN

Categories     Meatloaf

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs ground beef (I use 80/20 but you can use leaner beef if preferred)
1 cup tomato sauce
2 eggs
1 (2 ounce) packet lipton soup mix
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup onion, dices
1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 saltine crackers, crushed
1/2 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Heat a 10 inch skillet with the olive oil and saute the onions and bell peppers until softened.
  • Allow the mixture to cool while you assemble the rest of the ingredients.
  • In a large bowl add the meat, tomato sauce, seasonings, eggs and crackers.
  • Mix the ingredients together using a large fork so you don't over compact the meat.
  • Next mix in the cooled vegetables.
  • Form the meat into a loaf shape on a shallow rimmed backing sheet.
  • Top with the ketchup.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.5, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 139.1, Sodium 1136.6, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 7.9, Protein 25.2

CHUBBY HUBBY MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Chubby Hubby Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BamaBelle30

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 small garlic cloves, minced
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
salt and pepper, to taste
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup diced celery
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
3/4 cup uncooked oats
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • To prepare sauce, saute onion in vegetable oil. Once it's softened, add garlic. Add the rest of the ingredients for the sauce except for salt and pepper and cook, uncovered, on medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until your flavors come together. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Soften vegeatable in small amount of oil. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix up the rest of the ingredients and stir in 1/4 cup of the sauce mixture. Add your cooked vegetables and lightly mix everything up with your hands.
  • Gently form into an oval loaf in a shallow baking dish. Spread the top with the rest of the sauce. Bake for about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 702.5, Fat 34, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 209.9, Sodium 1611.3, Carbohydrate 57.3, Fiber 5, Sugar 31.9, Protein 42.9

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. This will give your meatloaf a more flavorful and moist texture.
  • Add some vegetables to your meatloaf. This will help to lighten it up and add some extra nutrients. Some good options include onions, celery, carrots, and zucchini.
  • Use a flavorful sauce. A good sauce can really make or break your meatloaf. Try using a tomato sauce, a barbecue sauce, or a mushroom sauce.
  • Cook your meatloaf at a low temperature. This will help to prevent it from drying out. The ideal temperature is 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let your meatloaf rest before slicing it. This will help the juices to redistribute, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. 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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