Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate meatloaf, a dish that effortlessly combines juicy, flavorful meat with a tangy, mouthwatering sauce that will leave you craving for more. This delectable dish is not only a culinary masterpiece but also a journey through the world of flavors, with a harmonious blend of savory and tangy notes that will delight your senses. As you embark on this culinary adventure, discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect meatloaf, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of cooking and glazing to create a stunning masterpiece that will be the star of your next gathering. Whether you are a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary exploration, this guide will be your trusted companion, leading you towards achieving meatloaf perfection.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
TANTALIZINGLY TANGY MEATLOAF
Meatloaf with a sauce that will keep them coming back for more. The sauce contains pineapple preserves, brown sugar and ketchup. It glazes up real nice over the meatloaf. I've NEVER had leftovers even when I've tripled the recipe!
Provided by Stacy B.
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well, and place into a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 50 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a separate medium bowl, stir together the ketchup, brown sugar and pineapple preserves. Pour over the meatloaf about 20 minutes before removing from oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 210.4 mg, Sugar 15.8 g
ULTIMATE MEATLOAF WITH TANGY SAUCE
This truly is the Ultimate meatloaf with a lip-smacking, tangy tomato sauce. This is perfect for a weeknight dinner or leftover meatloaf sandwiches! We're talking pure comfort food at it's finest!
Provided by TKWAdmin
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a bowl add all of the ingredients for the Tangy Sauce and whisk; set aside.
- In a medium bowl add the bread, panko and milk. Press the bread into the milk and set aside. Allow to soak for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl add the rest of the meatloaf ingredients and the bread/panko/milk mixture. Gently mix until combined. Do not overimx as the meatloaf will be tough. Transfer the mixture to the baking sheet and using your hands, form a loaf that is about 12 inches long, 6 inches wide, and about 2 1/2-3 inches tall. The loaf should be smooth and have rounded edges. This will help the loaf stay together when serving.
- Bake for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and spread Tangy Sauce all over the top and sides of the meatloaf. You'll use about 1 -1 1/2 cups of sauce. Save the leftover sauce for meatloaf sandwiches. Put the meatloaf back into the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted reads 165F.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 calories, Sugar 22.8 g, Sodium 973.4 mg, Fat 36.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, TransFat 2 g, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 34.7 g, Cholesterol 199.1 mg
TANGY MEATLOAF
I like this meatloaf and on occaision I like it stuffed with homemade bread stuffing. You can do this, by dividing the loaf in half lengthwise, add your favorite stuffing to bottom half, seal with top half.
Provided by keen5
Categories Meat
Time 1h35m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine ketchup, brown sugar, dry mustard.
- Remove and reserve 4 tablespoons for topping.
- To remaining ketchup mixture, add worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion, salt, pepper and egg.
- Blend well; then add green pepper and wheat chex.
- Add ground beef and mix well.
- Shape into loaf in shallow pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
- Pour reserved 4 Tbsp.
- of topping over meatloaf and bake 15 minutes longer.
TANGY MEATLOAF SAUCE
Use this meatloaf sauce to beef-up a basic meatloaf or add it to a stuffed version. I've used this on all! Just brush over your meatloaf before baking.
Provided by Jeannine Maxwell
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir ketchup, chili sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl with a whisk until the sugar dissolves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 289.1 mg, Sugar 7.8 g
TANGY GLAZED MEAT LOAF
The tangy glaze bakes to a rich, dark brown that makes this meat loaf look every bit as good as it tastes!-Marcia Baures, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine the onion, eggs, milk, oats, parsley and seasonings. Add beef and mix well. Press into an 8x4-in. loaf pan lined with waxed paper. Refrigerate for 2 hours. , Unmold loaf into a shallow baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine glaze ingredients. Remove loaf from oven; drain. Brush with some of the glaze. Return to oven; bake 1 hour longer or until no pink remains, occasionally brushing with glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 584mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
SWEET AND TANGY MEATLOAF RECIPE
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, brown sugar and apricot preserves.
- Place in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- Cook for 40-50 minutes.
- In a separate bowl combine ketchup, brown sugar and apricot preserves. Remove meatloaf from oven after it has cooked, spread on glaze and cook for an additional 20 minutes.
TANGY & MOIST MEATLOAF WITH SPECIAL SAUCE
Make and share this Tangy & Moist Meatloaf With Special Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Super San Mateo Che
Categories Meat
Time 1h20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Meatloaf:.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Lightly grease a 5x9 inch loaf pan.
- Press the brown sugar in the bottom of the loaf pan.
- In a small sauté pan, melt butter.
- Add chopped onions and cook until soften, about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, milk and 3 tablespoons of the Heinz 57 sauce. Add cooked onions and season the mixture with salt and pepper.
- Shape mixture into a loaf and press into pan.
- Brush remaining 3 tablespoons Heinz 57 sauce on top of loaf.
- Bake uncovered for about 1 hour or until juices are clear.
- Sauce:.
- Whisk cornstarch in water until blended.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine cornstarch mix, Heinz 57, Heinz Kicker Ketchup, A1 sauce, regular ketchup, apple juice and brown sugar. Heat until bubbly. Sauce will be thick.
- Pour sauce over meatloaf to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.5, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 117.7, Sodium 221.5, Carbohydrate 28.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 24.1, Protein 24.7
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground meats. This will give your meatloaf a more complex flavor and texture. Try using a mix of ground beef, ground pork, and ground veal.
- Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overworking the meat will make it tough.
- Use bread crumbs to help bind the meatloaf mixture together. You can use fresh or dry bread crumbs.
- Season the meatloaf mixture generously. Use a variety of spices and herbs to create a flavorful loaf.
- Shape the meatloaf into a loaf shape and place it in a loaf pan. Be sure to press the meatloaf down firmly so that it holds together.
- Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the loaf.
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 everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this ultimate meatloaf with tangy sauce a try.
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