Best 8 50s Classic Meatloaf Recipes

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In the realm of classic comfort food, meatloaf reigns supreme. This iconic dish, a staple in American households since the 1950s, evokes nostalgic memories and satisfies taste buds with its savory, hearty goodness. Our collection of meatloaf recipes offers a diverse range of flavors and styles, ensuring that every palate findet something to delight in.

From the classic all-beef meatloaf, brimming with juicy flavors and topped with a rich, tangy glaze, to the innovative turkey meatloaf, a healthier alternative packed with lean protein and moistness, our recipes cater to various dietary preferences and tastes.

For those seeking a unique twist, the Italian-inspired meatloaf, infused with aromatic herbs and sun-dried tomatoes, promises a burst of Mediterranean flavors. And for a taste of Tex-Mex, the taco meatloaf, a fusion of ground beef, taco seasoning, and a zesty tomato sauce, is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Vegetarians and vegans can indulge in the delights of meatloaf with our meatless versions, featuring a delectable blend of lentils, vegetables and grains. And for a fun and creative presentation, the mini meatloaves, perfect for parties or individual servings, add a touch of whimsy to your dining experience.

With detailed instructions, helpful tips, and a variety of flavorful recipes, our 50's Classic Meatloaf collection offers something for everyone. Whether you prefer traditional or contemporary flavors, our meatloafs are guaranteed to become family favorites, enjoyed by generations to come.

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THE BEST OLD FASHIONED MEATLOAF RECIPE YOU WILL EAT



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This old-fashioned meatloaf recipe has been passed down for a few generations and is still one of my favorites meatloaf recipes ever! See why!

Provided by Marissa

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons snipped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground sage
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup catsup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • First, in a large bowl combine eggs and milk then stir in breadcrumbs. Next add onion parsley, salt, sage, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Mix them together a few times then add in the beef and mix well. I suggest using your hands, and this is how I was taught, it mixes faster and better than using a spoon of any kind.
  • Shape your meatloaf into a 'loaf' shape if not using a bread pan, though I suggest you do, or use the mini loaf pan I mentioned above. Then go ahead and bake in a 350-degree oven for 50 minutes. Then make sure to spoon off excess fat.
  • Mix together the ketchup, sugar, and dry mustard, mix it well then spread over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Then return to the oven for 10-15 minutes. This makes about six servings.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 grams, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

1950'S MEATLOAF



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This is my sister-in-law's recipe for meatloaf. She shared with me for a family cookbook. It is sweet so you might want to cut back some on the brown sugar, I only use about 3/4 cup. Hope you enjoy it

Provided by True Texas

Categories     Meat

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs ground chuck
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup milk
1 medium onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons yellow mustard

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chuck, eggs, bread crumbs, ketchup, milk, onion, salt and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Place and form mixture into greased loaf pan or baking dish.
  • In medium bowl, combine brown sugar, water, vinegar and mustard. Mix well. Pour over meat mixture.
  • Bake uncovered at 400°F approximately 1 hour.
  • Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.6, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 170.2, Sodium 1103.2, Carbohydrate 56.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 42, Protein 34.5

CLASSIC AMERICAN MEATLOAF



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Provided by Amy Stevenson

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for baking dish
1/2 cup finely chopped scallions (white and green parts)
1/4 cup grated carrots
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons gelatin
2 pounds ground beef chuck
1/2 pound ground pork
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • To make the meatloaf: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a small skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the scallions, carrot and onion and cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Add the thyme, cumin, paprika, and garlic and onion powders. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Scrape into a large bowl and let cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, heat the ketchup in the microwave until just warm to the touch. Sprinkle the gelatin over the ketchup and whisk to remove clumps. Add to the cooled vegetable mixture, then add the beef, pork, eggs, and bread crumbs. Season with salt and pepper and mix just to combine. Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with oil and form the meat mixture into a loaf.
  • To make the glaze: In a measuring cup, stir together the ketchup, Worcestershire, and mustard. Brush a little glaze on the meatloaf and bake until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, about 1 hour 15 minutes, brushing three or four times with the glaze until you've used it all. Let meatloaf rest at least 15 minutes before slicing.

CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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Keep this meatloaf recipe handy: It's the only one you'll need.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds ground meatloaf mix (equal parts ground beef, pork and veal or turkey)
1 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 medium onion, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
  • Combine the meatloaf mix, breadcrumbs, parsley, eggs, onion, garlic, 1/4 cup of the ketchup, 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix together until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and form it into a compact oval-shaped loaf about 9 inches by 5 inches. Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes.
  • Stir the brown sugar together with the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire in a small bowl for the glaze. Brush the top and sides of the meatloaf all over with the glaze. Return to the oven and bake until the glaze starts to caramelize and a thermometer inserted in the center of the meatloaf registers 160 degrees F, about 25 minutes more. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

OLD-FASHIONED MEATLOAF - A.K.A BASIC MEATLOAF



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This classic meatloaf recipe will be a family favorite for years to come. Mix ground beef, onion, bell pepper, and a few more ingredients to create a tasty blend for your meatloaf. Serve with your favorite sides.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1 lightly beaten egg
8 oz canned without juice diced tomatoes
1/2 cup quick cooking oats
1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 °F.
  • Mix ground beef, salt, pepper, onion, bell pepper, egg, tomatoes and oats together well and place in a baking dish. Shape into a loaf.
  • Topping:
  • Mix ketchup, brown sugar and mustard and spread on loaf. Bake for 1 hour.

CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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The secrets to this meatloaf are fresh, very finely diced vegetables that give it moisture and flavor--and a light touch in mixing together the ingredients. This hearty meatloaf is the perfect meal for cool fall and winter evenings, served with mashed potatoes and simple mushroom gravy.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 carrot, coarsely chopped
1 rib celery, coarsely chopped
½ onion, coarsely chopped
½ red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
4 white mushrooms, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
2 ½ pounds ground chuck
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup plain bread crumbs
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
hot pepper sauce to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Place the carrot, celery, onion, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic in a food processor, and pulse until very finely chopped, almost to a puree. Place the minced vegetables into a large mixing bowl, and mix in ground chuck, Worcestershire sauce, and egg. Add Italian herbs, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix gently with a wooden spoon to incorporate vegetables and egg into the meat. Pour in bread crumbs. With your hand, gently mix in the crumbs with your fingertips just until combined, about 1 minute.
  • Form the meatloaf into a ball. Pour olive oil into a baking dish and place the ball of meat into the dish. Shape the ball into a loaf, about 4 inches high by 6 inches across.
  • Bake in the preheated oven just until the meatloaf is hot, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and hot sauce. Stir until the brown sugar has dissolved.
  • Remove the meatloaf from the oven. With the back of a spoon, smooth the glaze onto the top of the meatloaf, then pull a little bit of glaze down the sides of the meatloaf with the back of the spoon.
  • Return meatloaf to oven, and bake until the loaf is no longer pink inside and the glaze has baked onto the loaf, 30 to 40 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the loaf should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Cooking time will depend on shape and thickness of the meatloaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 85.3 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 755.4 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

50'S CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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Back in the 50's and 60's this was a weekly staple for family. If you want to fancy it up, substitute green peppers with 1/4 cup red peppers and 1/4 cup green peppers.

Provided by Douglas Poe

Categories     Meatloaf

Time 1h26m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs ground beef
1 lb ground pork
4 eggs
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup green pepper, diced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Meatloaf:.
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce and salt and pepper.
  • Add eggs, onions and peppers and combine.
  • Place meat mixture in loaf pan.
  • Bake at for 60 minutes.
  • Glaze:.
  • Mix until smooth.
  • After meatloaf is done cooking brush with meatloaf glaze and bake another 10 minutes.
  • Let meatloaf set 10 minutes before serving.

CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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Good meatloaf is about as comforting as comfort food gets. Thankfully, meatloaf doesn't have to be complex to be good. It just needs to be tender (from breadcrumbs soaked in milk and gentle handling) and flavorful (from onion, garlic, and ketchup).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 slices white sandwich bread
1/3 cup whole milk
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 medium onion, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg
1/2 cup ketchup
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Place bread in food processor; pulse until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in milk. Set aside, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine beef, pork, onion, garlic, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add bread-milk mixture, and mix very gently with a fork (do not overmix).
  • Place meat mixture on prepared baking sheet, and form into a loaf about 9 inches long and 4 to 5 inches wide.
  • Bake, brushing twice with remaining 1/4 cup ketchup during baking, until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees, 45 to 55 minutes. Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 g, Fat 33 g, Protein 29 g

Tips:

- To ensure even cooking, shape the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a loaf pan. - For a crispy crust, brush the meatloaf with ketchup or barbecue sauce during the last 15 minutes of baking. - Add a layer of cheese on top of the meatloaf before baking for a cheesy and flavorful twist. - For a moist and juicy meatloaf, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. - To enhance the flavor, add your favorite herbs and spices to the meatloaf mixture, such as garlic, onion, thyme, or paprika. - Serve the meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

This 50s Classic Meatloaf recipe is a simple and delicious dish that is perfect for a family meal. With its flavorful combination of ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and spices, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit. By following the tips provided, you can create a moist, juicy, and flavorful meatloaf that will be enjoyed by all. Serve it with your favorite sides and enjoy a classic comfort food meal that is sure to bring back memories.

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