Best 13 Meat Loaf Stew Recipes

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Meatloaf stew is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with ground beef, vegetables, and a thick, flavorful sauce. This dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your stew mild or spicy, there is a recipe out there for you. With so many different variations to choose from, you are sure to find the perfect meatloaf stew recipe to warm you up on a cold night.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

MEATLOAF STEW



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My family loved this. Meatloaf is cooked on top of veggies in a slow cooker. When I get home supper is ready! I have added turnips or rutabagas as well, it's a great way to sneak in vegetables! I got the recipe from a Company's Coming cookbook

Provided by dnrutherford1

Categories     Stew

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup water
5 -6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
6 medium carrots, peeled and diced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg, beaten
1/3 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons beef bouillon powder
1/3 cup onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup soda cracker crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef

Steps:

  • Put first 5 ingredients into 6 quart(6L) slow cooker.
  • Combine next 9 ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • Then add the ground beef, mix well.
  • Place the meat mix on top of the vegetables making sure the meat doesn't touch the side of the pot. (If it does, the meat will stick and burn where it touches).
  • Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.4, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 823.9, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 7.7, Protein 28.6

MEAT LOAF STEW



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Cooking hearty vegetables alongside makes this meat loaf an easy meal in one. I've made the recipe many times since I received it from a friend years ago. - Marian Tobin, Underhill, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 medium potatoes, peeled
6 medium onions, peeled
6 medium carrots, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1-1/3 cups water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Place potatoes, whole onions and carrots in a Dutch oven. Cover with water. Bring to a boil; boil for 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine milk, egg, bread crumbs, chopped onion, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in a large roasting pan. Drain vegetables; arrange around loaf. Combine the soup, water, brown sugar and mustard; pour over meat loaf and vegetables., Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 160° and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

THE BEST MEATLOAF



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We opted for an all-beef meatloaf rather than the traditional mix of beef, veal and pork because we wanted that satisfying big beef flavor. Milk adds richness and tenderizes the meat, preventing it from getting tough or dry. We also cook the onion instead of adding it raw as many recipes suggest, which imparts a welcome sweetness and eliminates that harsh raw onion flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup milk
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely grated
1 tablespoon thyme leaves, chopped
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
2 pounds 80/20 ground beef chuck
1/2 cup panko

Steps:

  • Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Whisk the eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce and 2 teaspoons salt in a large bowl until completely combined. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are tender and lightly golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add 3 tablespoons of the ketchup and cook until most of the moisture has evaporated and the mixture is thick and brick red colored, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the onions cool slightly. Then add them to the beaten eggs and mix to combine.
  • Add the beef to the egg and onion mixture. Break up the meat with a fork or wooden spoon, and then mix to thoroughly combine; you don't want to see any lumps of raw beef. Add the panko and mix to combine. Stir the meat vigorously with a wooden spoon for about 7 seconds; it will become more homogenous and tackier.
  • Transfer the meat to the prepared baking sheet and shape into a 9-by-5-inch loaf. Smooth the top and evenly spread the remaining ketchup over top. Bake for 5 minutes, and then reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees. Continue to bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf registers 150 degrees F, 30 to 35 minutes. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 20 minutes before slicing.

HEARTY MEATBALL STEW



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 slice white sandwich bread, torn into small pieces
8 ounces 20-percent-fat ground beef (about 8 ounces)
2 sweet mild Italian sausages, casings removed
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 egg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, sliced (about 1 cup)
1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch strips
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound large white mushrooms, quartered
One 8 to 10-ounce russet potato, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced into 1/3-inch slices
4 ounces green beans, trimmed, cut into 1-inch-long pieces

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: Place the bread and 3 tablespoons water into a medium bowl. Mash to a paste with a spatula. Add the beef, sausage, egg, parsley, salt and pepper. Blend the mixture thoroughly with your hands or a flexible spatula. Form the mixture into 10 to 16 meatballs. Arrange the meatballs on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet until ready to use.
  • For the hearty meatball stew: Sprinkle the meatballs with the flour and turn to coat with any flour still on the foil. Heat a large heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat for 1 minute. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Drop the meatballs into the skillet, spaced apart. Cook until the bottoms are set and brown, about 2 minutes. Using a flexible thin spatula, turn each meatball onto an uncooked side and cook until the bottoms are set and brown, about 2 minutes longer. Turn and cook a third side, until set and brown, about another 2 minutes, so the meatballs are browned and set all over. Transfer the meatballs to a large plate.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, peppers, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Cook until soft, 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms and the remaining salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have softened, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, beans, tomatoes, red pepper flakes and broth. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan and cook until the potatoes are tender and the meatballs are cooked through, about 20 minutes.

BEST EVER MEAT LOAF



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The best meat loaf I have ever found. Try it and you will see.

Provided by Matt O

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs
⅔ cup milk
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 slices bread, crumbled
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded carrot
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and ground black pepper in a large bowl. Add crumbled bread and stir until dissolved. Mix ground beef, onion, Cheddar cheese, and carrot into bread mixture; transfer mixture to a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Combine brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard in a small bowl; spread over meat mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 1 to 1 1/4 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1227.3 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

TRADITIONAL MEAT LOAF



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Topped with a sweet sauce, this traditional meat loaf recipe tastes so good that you might want to double it so everyone can have seconds. It also freezes well. -Gail Graham, Maple Ridge, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 slices bread
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2/3 cup 2% milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely shredded carrot
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
GLAZE:
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Tear bread into 2-inch pieces; place in a blender. Cover and pulse to form coarse crumbs; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in egg, milk, cheese, onion, carrot, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. , In a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients; spread over loaf. Bake 60-75 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Freeze option: Bake meat loaf without glaze. Securely wrap cooled meat loaf in foil, then freeze. To use, partially thaw meat loaf in refrigerator overnight. Prepare and spread glaze over top; reheat on a greased shallow baking pan in a preheated 350° oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

SIMPLE MEAT LOAF



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Craving the homey taste of mom's kitchen? With this recipe, your kitchen will soon fill with the aroma of great dinnertime memories, and you can enjoy this traditional favorite in under an hour. Meat loaf is economical and great for leftovers. Never made it before? No need to worry, it's simple to prepare using the following recipe from our Test Kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons meat loaf seasoning mix
1 pound lean ground beef
Additional ketchup, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf and place in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Serve with additional ketchup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 493mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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Not your average blue-plate special, this meatloaf recipe brings three ground meats together with a sweet-and-sour glaze to form a tender and moist mealtime favorite.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 thick slices white bread, torn into large pieces
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley
12 ounces ground beef chuck (90 percent lean), preferably pasture-raised
12 ounces ground pork, preferably pasture-raised
12 ounces ground veal, preferably milk-fed
1 large egg
3/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons light-brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Pulse bread in a food processor until finely ground. (You should have about 2 1/2 cups breadcrumbs.) Transfer to a medium bowl.
  • Pulse garlic, onion, celery, carrot, and parsley in food processor until finely chopped. Add to breadcrumbs. Add meats, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; mix together using your hands. Transfer mixture to a 5-by-9-inch loaf pan.
  • Stir together remaining 1/2 cup ketchup and the brown sugar until smooth; brush onto meat. Set pan on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reaches 160 degrees, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Let cool slightly.

CLASSIC MEATLOAF RECIPE BY TASTY



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Meatloaf is a delicious addition to your weeknight dinner repertoire. Full of savory flavor and topped with a sweet, sticky ketchup glaze, it's the perfect pair to your favorite vegetable side dishes, such as classic mashed potatoes and steamed green beans.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for greasing
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup whole milk
2 lb ground beef
2 large eggs, beaten
½ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened and golden brown, about 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until aromatic, about 1 minute. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring often, until the tomato paste turns deep red in color, about 2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let the onion mixture cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the panko and milk. Add the ground beef, eggs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, pepper, and the onion mixture and use your hands to combine. Do not overmix!
  • Shape the beef mixture into a 10 x 5-inch loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top and sides with ketchup.
  • Bake the meatloaf until the top is browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C), about 50 minutes.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 8 grams

CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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Good meatloaf is about as comforting as comfort food gets. Thankfully, meatloaf doesn't have to be complex to be good. It just needs to be tender (from breadcrumbs soaked in milk and gentle handling) and flavorful (from onion, garlic, and ketchup).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 slices white sandwich bread
1/3 cup whole milk
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 medium onion, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg
1/2 cup ketchup
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Place bread in food processor; pulse until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in milk. Set aside, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine beef, pork, onion, garlic, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add bread-milk mixture, and mix very gently with a fork (do not overmix).
  • Place meat mixture on prepared baking sheet, and form into a loaf about 9 inches long and 4 to 5 inches wide.
  • Bake, brushing twice with remaining 1/4 cup ketchup during baking, until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees, 45 to 55 minutes. Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 g, Fat 33 g, Protein 29 g

HEARTY LEFTOVER MEATLOAF SOUP



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Believe it or not, this is a great way to stretch that little bit of leftover meatloaf, starting with canned tomato soup. We all need to stretch a little bit these days, don't we?

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 lb leftover meatloaf, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup water
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 2 oz

Steps:

  • In pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, 3 minutes.
  • Add broth, tomatoes with their juice, undiluted soup, meat loaf, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Cook until meatloaf is heated through, about 20 minutes. Serve sprinkled with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.8, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 119.2, Sodium 1684.9, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 11.7, Protein 37.9

STEVE'S WORLD-BEST MEATLOAF



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I hate meatloaf normally, but love this recipe. The sauce/glaze makes all the difference -- my husband actually requested at one point that I make it once a week.

Provided by Ann B

Categories     Meat

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2-2 lbs ground beef
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup ketchup
1 large onion, processed or chopped extra fine
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup ketchup
4 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
4 tablespoons prepared mustard (like french's)
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix/squish loaf ingredients well.
  • Place in meatloaf pan or form in shallow baking pan over aluminum foil Combine sauce ingredients IN ORDER LISTED, mixing well after each addition Spread 1/4-1/2 cup of sauce over loaf.
  • Bake at 350 F for 1 1/4- 1 1/2 hours.
  • Serve with leftover sauce Great with mashed potatoes and honey carrots!

LEFTOVER MEATLOAF SOUP



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Ok, so I had this leftover meatloaf that no one was going to eat [no one but me likes meatloaf] and I needed to use it up, so I came up with this soup, and it turned out pretty good. I'm really just posting it so I remember how to make it [ha-ha] if you make it, feel free to sub prepared meatballs as well, and to mix up the veggies as to what you have on hand. It makes a lot, but it does freeze okay.

Provided by JesseandRayye

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 basic meatloaf, chopped (left over)
1 (26 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 quarts beef broth
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large carrot, diced
1 potato, diced
2 -3 cups frozen vegetables (peas, corn and green beans)
1/4 cup pearl barley (more if you like it thick)
1/4 cup alphabet pasta (or any other small noodles)
2 cups baby spinach leaves (optional)
1 pinch salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Sauté onions and garlic in a small amount of oil.
  • Add carrots and potatoes, and cook for another minute.
  • Pour in tomatoes (I used to pre-seasoned kind) and allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add stock and bring to a boil.
  • Add frozen vegetables, barley and pasta, and meatloaf.
  • Return the pot to a boil, cover and let simmer for 20 minutes or until barley is tender.
  • Toss in a few handfuls of baby spinach leaves (optional).
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a flavorful and juicy meatloaf stew. Ensure the ground beef is at least 80% lean to avoid excess grease.
  • Season well: Don't skimp on the seasonings. A flavorful meatloaf stew starts with a well-seasoned meatloaf. Use a combination of dried herbs, fresh herbs, and spices to create a delicious and complex flavor profile.
  • Don't overcook the meatloaf: The meatloaf should be cooked until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Overcooking will result in a dry and tough meatloaf.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the stew. Use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and peas.
  • Make a flavorful gravy: The gravy is what brings the meatloaf stew together. Use the pan drippings from the meatloaf to make a flavorful gravy. Add some beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf stew is a hearty, comforting, and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and satisfying meatloaf stew that the whole family will enjoy. So, next time you're looking for an easy and delicious meal, give meatloaf stew a try.

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