Best 8 Mommas Healthy Meatloaf Recipes

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"Momma's Healthy Meatloaf" is a classic dish that is a staple in many families. This dish is not only delicious, but can also be a healthy meal if made with the right ingredients. This article will provide you with the best recipe for "Momma's Healthy Meatloaf" that will capture the classic flavors of the dish while also being mindful of your health. The recipe includes a blend of lean ground beef, vegetables, and spices, all combined to create a moist and flavorful meatloaf that is sure to please everyone at the table. Using lean ground beef helps reduce the fat content, and adding vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions not only adds flavor but also provides essential nutrients. Let's get started on the recipe for the best "Momma's Healthy Meatloaf"!

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MOM'S MEAT LOAF



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Mom made the best meatloaf, and now I do, too. When I first met my husband, he didn't care for homemade meatloaf, but this won him over. -Michelle Beran, Claflin, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup 2% milk
2/3 cup finely crushed saltines
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
Dash pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into an 8x4-in. loaf in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan., In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients, stirring to dissolve sugar; remove 1/2 cup for sauce. Spread remaining mixture over meat loaf., Bake 60-65 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 1092mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.

MOMMA'S MEATLOAF



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Momma's Meatloaf is a classic meatloaf that has the best flavor ever! This meatloaf recipe is easy to make, holds together, and has the best glaze on top!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Main Dish

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 white onion (diced)
1 cup dried bread crumbs
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, knead together the ground beef, onion, bread crumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, basil, oregano, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Shape the meat into a loaf and put it into the prepared pan. Bake in the 350 degree oven for 45 minutes.
  • Mix up the glaze in a small bowl by whisking together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Brush it over the hot meatloaf.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees and bake an additional 15 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Sodium 896 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MOMMA'S HEALTHY MEATLOAF



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This is a super healthy and simplified version of a family favorite.

Provided by NOLAMom

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 green bell pepper, diced
½ cup diced sweet onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 pound extra-lean (95%) ground beef
1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
2 large eggs
¾ cup shredded carrot
¾ cup shredded zucchini
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup ketchup, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green bell pepper and onion in the hot oil until onion is transparent and bell pepper is softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, carrot, zucchini, salt, pepper, and bell pepper mixture in a large bowl; mix well using your hands. Press meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 35 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Spread ketchup on the top of the meatloaf and continue baking until bubbling, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 157.2 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 457.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

MOM'S MEATLOAF



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef, moistened
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 egg
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup bread crumbs
1 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the horseradish, mustard, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  • In large bowl, mix ground beef, onion, egg, and Worcestershire sauce. Add contents of small bowl and mix thoroughly. Add the bread crumbs and combine well.
  • Place mixture into a 1-pound loaf pan. Pour ketchup over top and place in oven.
  • Bake uncovered for 45 to 60 minutes.

NOT MY MOMMA'S MEATLOAF



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 31

2 celery stalks, cut into large dice
1 medium carrot, cut into large dice
1/2 medium yellow onion, cut into large dice
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup panko
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 eggs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds ground beef chuck
1 pound fresh ground pork
Herb Aioli, recipe follows
Spicy Hollandaise, recipe follows
1 1/2 cups Southern-style mayonnaise
1 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
3 egg yolks
1 1/2 pounds (6 sticks) unsalted butter
2 cups pasteurized egg yolks
1/2 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce, such as Texas Pete
1/4 cup white wine Pinch kosher salt
Pinch pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Pulse the celery, carrots and onions in a food processor until finely chopped. Add the oil to a saute pan over medium-low heat, then add the chopped veggies and cook, covered, until translucent. Transfer the veggies to a plate and cool in the refrigerator.
  • Meanwhile, mix together the panko, buttermilk, ketchup, Worcestershire and eggs in a bowl. Add the parsley, salt, black pepper and cayenne and mix well. Once the veggies are cool, add them to the mixture and incorporate. Next add the ground beef and pork and mix thoroughly with your hands.
  • Line two loaf pans with parchment paper and divide the meatloaf mixture between them. Cover with foil and bake until the meatloaves reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 1 hour. Slice and serve immediately, or cool, slice and reheat. Serve with Herb Aioli and Spicy Hollandaise.
  • Add the mayonnaise, olive oil, sage, green onions, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper and egg yolks to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and well incorporated.
  • Melt the butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Blend the yolks, hot sauce, wine, salt and pepper in a blender, then drizzle in the melted butter while blending, until the sauce is smooth.

MOMMA'S MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Momma's Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Heather Ward

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb thawed ground beef
1 egg
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup oatmeal (plain of course)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 (400 if you want in 30 minutes).
  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Form an oval shape, and place in baking dish, either 8 by 8, or if larger family, 9 by 13.
  • Cook for 50 minutes, until center is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605.9, Fat 37.8, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 260, Sodium 241, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 48.5

BETTER THAN MOM'S MEATLOAF



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My mom's classic meatloaf was lacking in flavor and the topping was way too sweet. This "better than mom's" version still has lots of old-school appeal but has been kicked up a notch with a rich and savory flavor, plus we said goodbye to the sugary sweet topping. Sliced meatloaf leftovers make the best sandwiches. I like mine with mustard, cheese, and grilled onions!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Main Dishes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

cooking spray
¾ cup minced onion
½ cup finely chopped bell pepper
½ cup milk
2 large eggs
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup ketchup, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, divided
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¾ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 pounds ground sirloin
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine onion, bell pepper, milk, eggs, garlic, 2 tablespoons ketchup, parsley, 3 teaspoons Worcestershire, thyme, and Dijon in a large bowl and mix well. Stir in bread crumbs. Add ground sirloin, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined. Form mixture into a loaf shape and fit into the prepared pan.
  • Combine remaining ketchup with balsamic vinegar and remaining 1 teaspoon Worcestershire in a small bowl. Mix until well combined and spread over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant read thermometer inserted in the center reads 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), about 1 hour. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. The longer it sits, the easier it will be to slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 126.9 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 962.9 mg, Sugar 8 g

MOM'S BEST MEAT LOAF



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This is no ordinary meat loaf - the recipe is so good it's been passed down in our family for three generations. The zesty seasoning gives the flavor a spark. I remember Mom's delicious meals. She loved to serve this meat loaf. -Linda Nilsen, Anoka, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup soft bread crumbs
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon ketchup
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon dill weed
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
Additional ketchup

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Press into an ungreased 8x4-in. loaf pan. , Bake at 350° for 1 hour. Drizzle top of loaf with ketchup; bake 15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Preheat the oven: Always preheat your oven to the desired temperature before baking the meatloaf. This helps ensure that the meatloaf cooks evenly and thoroughly.
  • Use a lean ground beef: Opt for a lean ground beef with a fat content of 90% or less. This will help reduce the amount of grease in the meatloaf.
  • Add moisture: To keep the meatloaf moist, add ingredients like bread crumbs, oatmeal, or grated vegetables. These ingredients will absorb moisture and help prevent the meatloaf from drying out.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture: Overmixing the meatloaf mixture can make the meatloaf tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Shape the meatloaf into a loaf: Shape the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish. This will help the meatloaf cook evenly.
  • Bake the meatloaf according to the recipe: Bake the meatloaf according to the time and temperature specified in the recipe. This will ensure that the meatloaf is cooked through.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Once the meatloaf is done baking, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This will help the meatloaf hold its shape and prevent it from falling apart.

Conclusion:

These tips will help you make a delicious and healthy meatloaf that your family will love. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this meatloaf recipe a try.

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