Best 4 Kid Friendly Meatloaf With No Onions Recipes

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Are you looking for a kid-friendly meatloaf recipe without onions? Look no further! This article provides a collection of delicious and easy-to-make meatloaf recipes that are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you're looking for a classic meatloaf with a tender and juicy interior or a more unique and flavorful twist, we have the perfect recipe for you. Get ready to discover the best meatloaf recipes that are sure to become a family favorite!

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KID-FRIENDLY ITALIAN TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This is a delicious alternative to traditional meatloaf that tastes like meatballs and is very kid-friendly! Serve with pasta or mashed potatoes. You can also serve extra marinara on the side.

Provided by Kathryn

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 17

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chopped fresh basil
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
28 ounces 93% lean ground turkey
20 ounces sweet Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 ½ cups Italian bread crumbs
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup grated Italian cheese blend
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 to 2 minutes more, being careful to avoid burning. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • Whisk basil, eggs, and parsley together in a bowl. Add salt and pepper.
  • Combine ground turkey, Italian sausage, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian cheese blend, 2 tablespoons oil, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl. Add cooked onion mixture and egg mixture and mix using your hands until completely mixed together.
  • Shape meat mixture into a large loaf in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour marinara sauce on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 36.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1303.7 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

KIDS FAVORITE MEATLOAF



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Bored of 'plain old meatloaf'? We tried a recipe with a twist. All you need is some smaller pans in the shapes of characters, or whatever. The kids love the shapes and rave about the taste!!! Mine like to use Winnie the Pooh. Be creative and have fun.

Provided by Mike B.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg
1 tablespoon milk
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups crispy wheat cereal squares
1 ½ pounds ground beef

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard and mix well. Remove 4 tablespoons of this mixture and reserve for later for the top of the loaves. To the mixture in the bowl, add the Worcestershire sauce, salt, onion, garlic, egg, milk and ground black pepper and mix together well.
  • Stir in the wheat cereal squares and let stand for 5 minutes. Then break up the cereal squares and add the ground beef, mixing well. Shape the mixture into the mini loaf pans you've decided to use.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 65 minutes. Brush on reserved ketchup mixture and bake for 15 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 95.8 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 612 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

KID FRIENDLY MEATLOAF WITH NO ONIONS



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My nephew won't eat anything with onions (or any other veggies) in it, so I had to create something new, fast, and that he would be familiar with. I came up with this. Now, everytime I baby sit for him, we make it together. There is onion powder in this meatloaf, but don't tell my nephew!!

Provided by SueBelcher

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup rolled oats
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 cup rolled oats
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 1/2 tablespoons butter or 2 1/2 tablespoons margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350.
  • Blend all spice ingredients together in a small bowl.
  • Mix ground beef with the rolled oats in a larger bowl.
  • Mix beaten eggs and worcestershire sauce with the meat mixture.
  • Mix the spice mixture with the meat mixture and blend well.
  • Form meat mixture into a loaf.
  • Place meat loaf on tin foil in a roasting pan.
  • Spread the butter on the top and sides of the meat loaf with a knife or spatula.
  • Bake at 350 for one hour and 15 munutes.

KID FRIENDLY MEATLOAF



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As a kid, I loved my Grandma's meatloaf but quickly learned that not all meatloaf is created the same - others were dry, musty smelling, or had large pieces of things I didn't like (onions or peppers for instance). I started with my Grandma's recipe and tweaked it with my kids giving reviews. I learned that musty smell was from too much sage so be careful with that. The real secrets here though are the shape and size - cake shaped rather than loaf shaped allows the center to cook without overcooking or drying the outer area; and, mincing the onions so they are not so visible after cooking (a good trick for all recipes when dealing with kids). Feel free to add your own spicing touches - so long as you keep the shape and the ketchup glaze this recipe is guaranteed to stay moist and never need a sauce!

Provided by Jackie Babs

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 1/2 cups crushed saltines
1 cup milk
1 large egg
1/2 cup fresh minced onion
1 tablespoon A.1. Original Sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground sage (NO MORE THAN THAT)
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 Set aside 2/3 cup of the ketchup Place remaining ingredients in large mixing bowl, adding the milk last, and mix/knead with hands until mixture appears uniform.
  • Do NOT use a loafpan or shape into bread loaf.
  • Place meatloaf in an ungreased 9 x 9in.
  • square cake pan and shape into 8 x 8in.
  • square (you should have 1in. between meat and pan on all sides).
  • Spread remaining 2/3 cup ketchup over top of meatloaf.
  • Bake UNCOVERED for 65-75 mins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.7, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 85.3, Sodium 851.8, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 7.6, Protein 19.5

Tips:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before starting the recipe.
  • Use a large bowl to mix all of the ingredients together. This will make it easier to combine them thoroughly.
  • If you don't have ketchup, you can use tomato sauce or tomato paste instead.
  • To make sure the meatloaf is cooked through, insert a meat thermometer into the center of the loaf. It should read 160°F (70°C).
  • Let the meatloaf cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

This kid-friendly meatloaf recipe is a delicious and easy way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The oats and applesauce add sweetness and moisture, while the ketchup and brown sugar give it a tangy, savory flavor. Plus, it's made without onions, so it's perfect for kids who are sensitive to that ingredient. Serve this meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or corn, and you've got a meal that the whole family will love.

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