Cooking a perfect meatloaf can be a daunting task, but with the right recipe, you can create a moist and flavorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic or a modern twist, there is a meatloaf recipe out there to suit every palate. Here, we have compiled a collection of the best meatloaf recipes that will guide you through the process of making this delectable dish, ensuring that you end up with a tender, juicy, and flavorful meatloaf that will be the star of your next meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MOIST & SAVORY MEAT LOAF
Stop searching for a go-to meat loaf recipe. This is it! Your family will be delighted with this mixture of beef, pork and sauteed onion, with a sweet- and-tangy sauce baked onto the top. Cheese crackers are the secret ingredient in this one. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Saute onion in oil in a small skillet until tender. Cool to room temperature., Combine the eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, crackers, salt, pepper, thyme and onion in a large bowl. Crumble beef and pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. Combine ketchup and brown sugar; spread half of sauce over meat loaf. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with remaining sauce. Freeze option: Bake meat loaf without sauce. Securely wrap and freeze cooled meat loaf in plastic wrap and foil. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Unwrap meat loaf and place in a greased shallow baking pan. Prepare sauce as directed; spread half of sauce over meat loaf. Reheat meat loaf in a preheated 350° oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Serve with remaining sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 769mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.
THE BEST MEATLOAF I'VE EVER MADE
When I was growing up, my mom never ever made meatloaf and I always wanted to try it - I finally tried it at a restaurant and loved it. When I moved out on my own I started experimenting with different recipes and creating my own version. I finally came up with the best meatloaf I have ever made, and I wanted to share it.
Provided by sillyliltracy
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion and garlic 5 minutes, until onion is tender. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, mix the onion and garlic, beef, crumbled bread, crushed crackers, egg, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 can tomato sauce. Gradually stir in the milk 1 teaspoon at a time until mixture is moist, but not soggy. Transfer the mixture to a 5x9 inch loaf pan.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven 40 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), and continue baking 15 minutes, to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, mix the remaining tomato sauce and ketchup. Pour over the top of the meatloaf, and continue baking 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 648.6 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
SUPER MOIST MEATLOAF
This is a family recipe that is a big favorite at our house. By using fresh bread instead of dried bread crumbs, you get a meatloaf that is moist and delicious.
Provided by Jessica Nichols Moseman
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Thoroughly mix ground beef, onion, eggs, bread, milk, green bell pepper, salt, sage, and black pepper together in a bowl. Press into a loaf pan. Spread ketchup over the top of the loaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 118.7 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 715.4 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
SOFT AND MOIST MEATLOAF
Provided by Food Network
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Beat egg and milk together in a small bowl, then pour over bread cubes. Let stand until bread absorbs milk, about 15 minutes. Mash and stir mixture until bread is in very small chunks. Add mustard, salt, pepper, basil, thyme, onion, celery and parsley. Mix well. Add ground beef and mix well. Turn mixture into an 8 x 5-inch loaf pan. Place in oven and bake for 55 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.;
MOIST AND FLAVORFUL MEATLOAF
This recipe makes makes a moist and tender meatloaf without being mushy. I added fresh herbs I had on hand but you can use dried herbs, just use a little less. I made this for friends and family, not realizing some were not meatloaf lovers until they admitted after tasting mine that they were converts! I think the mixture of pork and ground beef makes a real flavor and texture difference. If you don't have creole seasoning (I put Tony Chachere's in almost everything) just sub seasoning or regular salt. The topping is borrowed from Paula Deen after reading rave reviews of her sauce. I was skeptical of the addition of mustard but you don't taste it at all. Be sure to let the loaf rest 5-10 min to set. I use that time to whip my potatoes and reheat my mushroom gravy. Serve with my oven roasted ratatouille also for an easy and complete meal!
Provided by c.walsh
Categories Meat
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Saute onion, bell pepper and garlic in a little oil over medium heat until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Put all ingredients except milk in a large bowl.
- Stir to combine with one hand while you add milk with the other* until all ingredients are uniformly mixed. Do not squish the ingredients together, this may make the meatloaf tough and dense.
- Form into a loaf placed in baking dish. Stir together topping ingredients and brush on meatloaf.
- Bake 1 hours and 15 minute at 350 degrees.
- Let rest 3-5 minutes before slicing.
- *not sure if this is totally necessary, it's just what I did and I liked my texture, if it is too difficult just add all ingredients at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.8, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 138.1, Sodium 551.7, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 8.4, Protein 35.2
FLAVORFUL MEAT LOAF
This recipe is a firm, hearty loaf with a distinctive taste, thanks to soy sauce and ginger. This is one recipe I rely on for a satisfying, inexpensive meal.-Sharon Hancock, Belleville, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Add beef and pork; mix well. Shape into a loaf in an ungreased shallow baking pan. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°; drain.
Nutrition Facts :
FLAVORFUL TURKEY MEATLOAF OR TURKEY LOAF
I combined my favorite ideas from several Zaar turkey meatloaf recipes and came up with a winner that's moist and flavorful (my husband told me I had to write this one down). The optional gravy is based on recipe #90731.
Provided by Marla Swoffer
Categories Poultry
Time 50m
Yield 1 meatloaf
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Combine turkey, salt, sage, thyme and oregano.
- Mix in the rest of the ingredients.
- Put it in a loaf pan and bake for 45 minutes to an hour, till the top edges are nicely browned.
- For optional gravy, combine stock, wine and tomato paste. Set aside. Cook butter and flour over low heat until it forms a paste. Raise the heat to medium and add the stock mixture, stirring frequently until it boils and thickens. Cook for about three minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1414.4, Fat 83, SaturatedFat 22.9, Cholesterol 529.8, Sodium 2959.7, Carbohydrate 54.7, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 6, Protein 108.8
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork: This will give your meatloaf a more moist and flavorful texture.
- Soak the bread crumbs in milk: This will help to bind the meatloaf together and keep it moist.
- Add an egg to the meatloaf mixture: This will also help to bind the meatloaf together and add richness.
- Season the meatloaf generously: Use a variety of herbs and spices, such as garlic, onion, paprika, and chili powder.
- Shape the meatloaf into a loaf pan: This will help it to cook evenly.
- Bake the meatloaf at a high temperature for a short amount of time: This will help to create a crispy crust and a juicy interior.
- Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: This will help to keep the juices from running out.
Conclusion:
Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips in this article, you can make a moist and flavorful meatloaf that will be a hit at your next gathering.
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