MY MOTHER'S BELGIAN MEATLOAF
From Ruth van Waerebeek's "Everybody Eats Well in Belgium Cookbook." Ruth call this "My Mother's Meatloaf." She also recommends a variation: adding small cubes of Swiss cheese to the meat mixture, and placing thin slices of smoked bacon atop the loaf while it is baked.
Provided by Belgophile
Categories Veal
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Soak the break in the milk.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, then add the garlic, and cook one minute longer.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the veal with the egg. Use your hands to squeeze the excess moisture out of the soaked break and add the bread to the meat mixture. Add the onion mixture, parsley, sage, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Finally, add the port and Cognac. Mix everything together until the bread is well worked in and the vegetables and herbs are evenly distributed. The best way to do this is with your hands.
- Cook a small spoonful of the mixture in a hot skillet and taste for seasoning. If you want to serve the meatloaf cold, you will want to add a little extra salt and pepper.
- Brush an ovenproof glass or enamel loaf pan with the melted butter. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf in the pan. Decorate with the sprig of thyme and dot with the remaining tablespoon butter.
- Bake 30 minutes. Reduce heat to 400°F and bake until the meat loaf is cooked through (an instant-read thermometer will register 150 to 160°F), about 15 minutes more. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.4, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 270.7, Sodium 813.5, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 48.5
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Ali Bukar Usman
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of meatloaf, but this recipe was really good. It's moist and flavorful, and the bacon and cheese add a nice touch.
Haseeb Abbas
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a classic meatloaf. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious.
Pk Foisal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.
Ella louise Brown
[email protected]This meatloaf is so flavorful and moist. I love the combination of ground beef, pork, and veal. The bacon and cheese add a nice touch of richness.
Faith Afolabi
[email protected]I made this meatloaf for a potluck, and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it.
Mahar Rizwan
[email protected]This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make, and it always comes out perfect. I love the addition of the brown sugar and ketchup to the glaze.
William Logan
[email protected]I've made this meatloaf several times now, and it's always a hit with my family. It's so flavorful and moist, and the bacon and cheese add a nice touch of richness.
Samikshya Gyawali
[email protected]This meatloaf was a bit bland for my taste. I think I should have added more spices.
Shaikh Khursheed
[email protected]I love this meatloaf recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always comes out perfect. I've even made it for company, and they always rave about it.
Prince Atafah
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a classic meatloaf. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious.
Awal Bp
[email protected]I made this meatloaf for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.
Abubakar Mohamed
[email protected]This meatloaf was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I should have added more moisture, maybe some extra eggs or bread crumbs.
Heather Jane Wyatt
[email protected]This is the best meatloaf I've ever had! The combination of ground beef, pork, and veal is so flavorful, and the bacon and cheese add a nice touch of richness. I will definitely be making this again.
Princess Contreras
[email protected]I've made this meatloaf several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it always comes out perfect. I love the addition of the brown sugar and ketchup to the glaze.
Karen Willis
[email protected]This Belgian meatloaf recipe is a keeper! It's so flavorful and moist, and the bacon adds a nice touch of smokiness. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and my family loved it.