Are you on the hunt for the most remarkable meatloaf recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more? Look no further! In this article, we will embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets behind creating the ultimate meatloaf, a dish that is not only hearty and satisfying but also packed with flavor. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, you'll find everything you need to craft the perfect meatloaf that will become a staple in your recipe collection.
Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!
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
BEST-EVER MEAT LOAF
The combination of onion, carrots, parsley and cheese-plus the tomato-mustard topping-makes this meat loaf really colorful. The recipe lends itself easily to being doubled or halved to suit the number you're cooking for, and it freezes well, too. It's the best meatloaf ever! -Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add milk and bread; let stand until liquid is absorbed. Stir in the onion, carrot, cheese and seasonings. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Shape into a 7-1/2x3-1/2x2-1/2-in. loaf in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. , Combine the topping ingredients; spoon half of the mixture over meat loaf. Bake 30 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°, occasionally spooning remaining topping over loaf. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
THE BEST MEATLOAF
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
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.
MOM'S MEAT LOAF
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
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.
BEST-EVER MEATLOAF
Condensed tomato soup is baked into the meatloaf for flavor, and also makes a tasty pan sauce to serve on the side.
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Campbell's Kitchen
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Thoroughly mix 1/2 cup tomato soup, beef, onion soup mix, bread crumbs and egg in a large bowl. Place the mixture into a 13x9x2-inch baking pan and firmly shape into an 8x4-inch loaf.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour 15 minutes or until the meatloaf is cooked through.
- Heat 2 tablespoons pan drippings, remaining tomato soup and water in a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat until the mixture is hot and bubbling. Serve the sauce with the meatloaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 91.3 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 632.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
PIONEER WOMAN FAVORITE MEATLOAF
Enjoy this, my friends! If you're on the fence about meatloaf, or even if you've written it off entirely as something you'd never ever try, give this a shot. Consider it adventure eating, like huitlacoche. Or calf nuts.
Provided by Lavender Lynn
Categories Meatloaf
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Pour milk over the bread slices. Allow it to soak in for several minutes.
- Place the ground beef, milk-soaked bread, Parmesan cheese, seasoned salt, salt, black pepper, and parsley in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour in beaten eggs.
- With clean hands, mix the ingredients until well combined.
- Form the mixture into a loaf shape on a broiler pan, which will allow the fat to drain. (Line the bottom of the pan with foil to avoid a big mess!).
- Lay bacon slices over the top, tucking them underneath the meatloaf.
- Make the sauce. Add ketchup, brown sugar, dry mustard, and hot sauce in a mixing bowl. Stir together. Pour 1/3 of the mixture over the top of the bacon. Spread with a spoon.
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- Pour another 1/3 of the sauce over the top.
- Bake for another 15 minutes.
- Slice and serve with remaining sauce.
- Serve with mashed potatoes. Yummy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.3, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 191, Sodium 1217, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 21.7, Protein 33.5
THE BEST MEATLOAF
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
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
MOM'S BEST MEAT LOAF
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
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.
MY BEST EVER MEATLOAF
I have only made a few meatloafs over the years. This one just came out the "Best Ever". It is extremely easy and you probably have what you need right in your own kitchen. Enjoy!
Provided by Shannon Fernekes
Categories Meat
Time 1h45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thouroughly combine all ingredients EXCEPT bacon.
- Place meatloaf mixture into a bread/meatloaf pan.
- Cover top of meatloaf with bacon slices from side to side covering the entire meatloaf.
- Bake meatloaf in oven at 350* for 1 1/2 hours.
BEST EVER MEAT LOAF
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
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
BEST EVER MEATLOAF
A recipe my mother used to make all the time. She got this recipe from a church cookbook and it is still a staple in my household. Very tasty
Provided by tuttifrutti1
Categories Meat
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Soak bread crumbs in milk.
- Combine meat, eggs, onion, salt, pepper and sage with bread crumbs and mix well.
- Form into loaf in 4 3/4x8 3/4 greased loaf pan.
- Combine brown sugar, ketchup, nutmeg and mustard.
- Mix well.
- Pour over meatloaf.
- Bake in preheated 350 degrees for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.8, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 117.5, Sodium 553.4, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 7.8, Protein 20.5
MY BEST MEATLOAF
I hate meatloaf that is dry and hard. I spent probably 3 years in perfecting this recipe. It is moist and full of flavor! Very important to use meatloaf mix (pork, ground beef, veal) and not just ground beef. My son actually brags to his buddies about this meatloaf!
Provided by Messy Kitchen Maid
Categories Meat
Time 55m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place bread in mixing bowl with milk, soak for a minute or two. Add breadcrumbs, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, gravy master, mustard, 3 T of ketchup, onion powder, salt and pepper.
- Mash this all up into a paste.
- Add meatloaf mix; mix well and form into loaf.
- Mix tomato sauce and remaining 2 tbsp of ketchup together and pour on top.
- Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.8, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 690.9, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 3.5
BEST EVER MEATLOAF
I don't remember where I got this recipe. I have been making it for years. It is my husband's favorite.
Provided by Jennys.apple
Categories Meat
Time 2h15m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a medium skillet heat oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic and cook until softened.
- Stir in tomato sauce and parsley and cook for 2 minutes.
- In a large bowl stir together ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and half of the tomato mix, until well combined.
- Shape meat into a loaf shape in a large roasting pan.
- Brush with remaining tomato mix.
- Arrange bacon over meat.
- Bake until no longer pink inside, about 1 hour, 30 min.
- Let stand 10 min before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.4, Fat 33, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 147.2, Sodium 1040.3, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.6, Protein 31
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground meats. This will give your meatloaf a more complex flavor and texture. Good combinations include ground beef and pork, ground beef and lamb, or ground turkey and chicken.
- Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough. Just mix the ingredients until they are combined.
- Shape the meatloaf into a loaf shape. This will help it cook evenly. You can also use a meatloaf pan if you have one.
- Top the meatloaf with ketchup, barbecue sauce, or another glaze. This will help keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful.
- Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the meatloaf hold its shape.
Conclusion:
Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and moist meatloaf that your family and friends will love.
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