MR. JOHN'S MEATLOAF -- COURTESY EMERIL LAGASSE--

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Mr. John's Meatloaf -- Courtesy Emeril Lagasse-- image

This is Emeril's Father's Meatloaf recipe. It was in "Martha Stewart's Everyday Food" Emeril says, "This remains the gold standard against which I judge meatloaves to this very day".COOKS NOTE: If you cannot find Emeril's Creole Seasoning in the store or prefer to make your own, use recipe #22089 recipe here on Zaar.

Provided by JTsMom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped (ribs and seeds removed)
1/3 cup heavy cream
coarse salt and pepper
1 tablespoon emeril's creole seasoning (see cooks note)
8 ounces fresh chorizo sausage (not smoked)
1/2 cup chili sauce (bottled)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F, line a rimmed baking sheet with foil; set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine all ingredients, except for the chorizo sausage and chili sauce,.
  • Gently mix to combine (do not over mix).
  • Place half of the meat mixture on prepared sheet pan, form into a 9 x 4 - inch loaf.
  • Using a paring knife, remove casing from the chorizo (keeping the shape intact). Place chorizo lengthwise down the center of loaf. Cover with the other half of meat mixture, enclosing the chorizo and patting to adhere.
  • Brush chili sauce over meatloaf. Bake basting occasionally with pan juices, until an instant read thermometer inserted in the center of the loaf reads 160 degrees, about 1 hour.
  • Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Christopherplayz
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This is my go-to meatloaf recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ritesh Raja
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I would definitely recommend this meatloaf recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish.


Fakharamin Khattak
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This meatloaf is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Kathryn Paige
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The glaze on this meatloaf is amazing. It's sweet and tangy, and it really complements the meat.


Ashly Bonoka
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I love the combination of ground beef, pork, and veal in this meatloaf. It gives it a really rich flavor.


Bella Gray
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This meatloaf is a good basic recipe. It's easy to make and it tastes good. However, it's not the most flavorful meatloaf I've ever had.


Faiz Ullah
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I would make this meatloaf again, but I would make a few changes. I would use a higher fat content ground beef and I would add some chopped vegetables.


SB salma
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Overall, I thought this meatloaf was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Godfred Boadi
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I prefer simpler meatloaf recipes.


Ebel Apumarode
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my meatloaf fell apart when I tried to slice it. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Sandesh Baahyal
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This meatloaf was a little dry for my taste. I think I should have used a higher fat content ground beef.


Asa Taiyba
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this one was actually really good. The glaze is what really makes it.


Lewis Howell
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This meatloaf is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots, celery, and onions, and it turned out great.


Josefina Javier
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I love that this recipe uses fresh herbs and vegetables. It gives the meatloaf a really nice, homey flavor.


Pradeep Raut
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This meatloaf was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I used a mixture of ground beef and ground turkey, and it was still very moist and flavorful.


Luc Asanga
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I've tried many meatloaf recipes over the years, but this one is definitely my favorite. The combination of ground beef, pork, and veal gives it a rich, complex flavor. And the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Royal Barua
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Emeril's meatloaf recipe did not disappoint! It was juicy, flavorful, and a hit with my family. I highly recommend it.