Best 9 Firemens Meat Loaf Recipes

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Firemen's Meatloaf is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a family meal or a casual get-together. This classic recipe is made with ground beef, pork, and veal, and is seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. The meatloaf is then topped with a tangy tomato sauce and baked until cooked through. This recipe also includes instructions for making a delicious mashed potato topping, which is the perfect accompaniment to the meatloaf.

In addition to the classic Firemen's Meatloaf recipe, this article also includes several variations on the dish. For those who prefer a lighter version, there is a recipe for Turkey Firemen's Meatloaf. For those who like a bit of a kick, there is a recipe for Spicy Firemen's Meatloaf. And for those who want to try something different, there is a recipe for Firemen's Meatloaf Stuffed Peppers.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this classic dish. Firemen's Meatloaf is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRACKER BARREL MEATLOAF RECIPE



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Enjoy the taste of Cracker Barrel without ever leaving home! This copycat Cracker Barrel Meatloaf is even better than the original. Made with ground beef, onions, bell pepper, cheddar cheese, Ritz crackers and a sweet, savory glaze on top!

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Copycat Recipes     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 small finely diced onion
1/2 cup finely diced bell pepper (optional)
1 1/2 sleeves of crushed Ritz crackers (48 crackers total)
4 oz. shredded sharp cheddar or Colby cheese
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 to 3/4 cup ketchup
2 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tsp. mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Place to the side. This will be used later as the topping.
  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, crushed Ritz crackers, cheese, milk, onion, bell pepper, salt and black pepper. Mix well.
  • Add in the ground beef. Mix well just to combine. Do not over mix.
  • Form into a loaf and place inside a baking pan or baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and spread the topping over the meatloaf.
  • Bake for an additional 30 to 40 minutes or until the center is 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let it cool for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 cal

THE BEST MEATLOAF



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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

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup milk
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely grated
1 tablespoon thyme leaves, chopped
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
2 pounds 80/20 ground beef chuck
1/2 cup panko

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.

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.

MEAT LOAF



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Nothing says classic comfort like Ina Garten's Meatloaf recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon good olive oil
3 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup canned chicken stock or broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 1/2 pounds ground chuck (81 percent lean)
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs (recommended: Progresso)
2 extra-large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup ketchup (recommended: Heinz)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan. Add the onions, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not brown. Off the heat, add the Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, onion mixture, bread crumbs, and eggs, and mix lightly with a fork. Don't mash or the meat loaf will be dense. Shape the mixture into a rectangular loaf on a sheet pan covered with parchment paper. Spread the ketchup evenly on top. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F and the meat loaf is cooked through. (A pan of hot water in the oven, under the meat loaf, will keep the top from cracking.) Serve hot.

FIREHOUSE MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Firehouse Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by stephanie

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg, beaten
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
1/2 cup bottled pasta sauce with vegetables
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
8 ounces Italian sausage
1 lb ground beef
2 ounces provolone cheese or 2 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons bottled pasta sauce (same as above)
2 tablespoons shredded provolone cheese or 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine egg, bread crumbs, the 1/2 cup pasta sauce, garlic and rosemary.
  • Remove casing from sausage.
  • Add ground beef and sausage, mix well.
  • Press 2/3 of the mixture evenly in the bottom of an 8x4x2-inch loaf pan.
  • Add cheese cubes.
  • Add the 1/3 mix left.
  • Mix the remaining ingredients and spread on top.
  • Bake 55 minutes.

CANADIAN FIREFIGHTER'S MEATLOAF



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It is said that Canadian firefighters particularly enjoy the Dijon mustard and salsa in this meatloaf!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 slices whole wheat bread
warm water
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1 cup salsa, mild
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Grease a 9" loaf pan.
  • In a small bowl, soak bread in warm water.
  • Place beef in large bowl; drain bread and add to beef.
  • Add both onions, salsa, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Mix by hand until well blended.
  • Form into a loaf and place in prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake 1 hour.
  • Drain off excess fat and top with barbeque sauce.
  • Return to oven and bake an additional 15 minutes.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.3, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 440.9, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 24.4

FIREMEN'S MEAT LOAF



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This was voted the best main dish in a cooking contest between fire stations in San Bernadino, California. I've used the recipe for years and shared it with many friends. - Peggy Stevens, Rogue River, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6 ounces) cornbread stuffing mix, crushed
2 large eggs, beaten
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 pounds lean ground beef
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, prepare the cornbread stuffing according to package directions. Add eggs, mushrooms and garlic powder. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Shape into a loaf in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 hours; drain. Top with chilies. Cover and bake 20 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°., Sprinkle with cheese and top with salsa. Bake, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

A FIREFIGHTER'S MEATLOAF



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Reproduced from All recipes.com as submitted by: Yumbolt 216

Categories     Meatloaf

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 22

whole wheat bread
ground beef
scallions, spring or green onions
onions
salsa
prepared mustard
worcestershire sauce
garlic
sea salt
seasoned black pepper
barbecue sauce
whole wheat bread
ground beef
scallions, spring or green onions
onions
salsa
prepared mustard
worcestershire sauce
garlic
sea salt
seasoned black pepper
barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375℉ (190℃). Soak the bread in warm water in a small bowl. Place the beef in a large bowl. Drain bread and add to beef along with green onion, onion, salsa, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix by hand until well blended. Form into a loaf and place in a greased loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven. Drain off excess fat and top with barbeque sauce. Return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

FIREMAN BOB'S MEATLOAF RECIPE WITH SOME INTERESTIN



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Ever wonder how to " fix " a new Meatloaf??? Let me share one way to add new smiles at the table....

Provided by Bob Cooney

Categories     Meatloafs

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lb lean ground beef
1 1/2 c corn flakes or quaker oats
1/2 c heinz ketchup - or your brand
1 small onion - diced
1/2 green pepper - diced
2 Tbsp minced garlic
1 Tbsp pepper
1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
salt to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Form into loafs (4 individual sized) and place on ungreased pan. Heat oven to 425 degrees as you begin to top meatloaf with 2 table spoon ketchup each. After 45 minutes, reduce heat in oven to 375 degrees for an additional 25 minutes or until fork inserted finds no pink...
  • 2. This is great with garlic and ranch mashed potatoes, corn on the cob and a nice mix of steamed vegi's (I like broccoli, cauliflower and carrots)
  • 3. Sounds a little different but sooo good!!! And after all.... A " NEW " Meatloaf is fun! Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use a variety of meats. Ground beef is the classic choice for meatloaf, but you can also use ground pork, lamb, veal, or turkey. Mixing different meats can create a more flavorful and moist loaf.
  • Add vegetables to the mix. Vegetables like onions, carrots, celery, and zucchini can add moisture, flavor, and nutrients to your meatloaf. Be sure to chop them finely so that they blend in well with the meat.
  • Use a flavorful sauce. A good sauce can really take your meatloaf to the next level. Try using a barbecue sauce, ketchup, or a combination of the two. You can also add herbs and spices to the sauce to give it a unique flavor.
  • Cook the meatloaf to perfection. Meatloaf should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit. This will ensure that it is cooked through but still moist and juicy. You can check the temperature of the meatloaf by inserting a meat thermometer into the center of the loaf.

Conclusion:

Fireman's Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the whole family. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, it's no wonder that this dish has been a favorite for generations. Whether you're a firefighter or just someone who loves a good meatloaf, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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