Best 5 Lubys Cafeteria Meatloaf Recipes

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**Luby's Cafeteria Meatloaf: A Classic Comfort Dish with a Modern Twist**

Indulge in the timeless flavors of Luby's Cafeteria Meatloaf, a culinary icon that has been captivating taste buds for generations. This classic dish, now recreated for home cooks, promises a savory journey through a symphony of spices, succulent textures, and nostalgic aromas. From the traditional version to variations featuring unique ingredients and cooking techniques, our collection of recipes offers a meatloaf experience like no other. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the secrets of this beloved dish, ensuring a perfect meatloaf every time.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LUBY'S CAFETERIA MEATLOAF



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This recipe comes from the Luby's 50th Anniversary Cookbook. It suggests for a different meatloaf to tope it off with barbecue sauce. The leftovers make a good sandwich! I have not made this meat loaf in my kitchen, but I have eaten it at Luby's, and it is very good. The prep time is a guesstimate!

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
3/4 lb ground lean pork
3 extra large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup onion, diced
3/4 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
2/3 cup tomato juice
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup saltine crumbs, crushed
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Lightly grease a large, shallow meatloaf pan, or a large shallow baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients, mixing well.
  • Firmly shape the meat into a 7 x 3 1/2 x 3 1/2- inch loaf and place in the pan.
  • Cover loosely with foil.
  • Bake the meat loaf for 1 hour.
  • Remove foil and continue baking for 5 minutes.
  • *NOTE:For easy slicing, let the meat loaf stand at room temperature for 10 minutes.

LUBY'S CAFETERIA BEEF STEW



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Posted in response to a request. This recipe is from the Luby's Cafeteria 50th Anniversary Recipe Collection. The recipe calls for "boiler onions" which are small white onions. If you can't find them substitute yellow onions, cut up in wedges if necessary. Prep and Cooking time is a guesstimate!!

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Stew

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 lbs beef chuck, lean, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon salt, plus
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
7 cups broth, beef
4 cups carrots, peeled, cut into 1 inch pieces
16 small new potatoes, peeled
12 small boiling onions, peeled
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon browning sauce

Steps:

  • In large bowl, sprinkle meat with flour and toss to coat evenly.
  • Add onions, salt, and pepper and toss to coat evenly.
  • Heat oil in large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
  • Add meat and cook, stirring 2 or 3 times, 15 minutes or until beef begins to brown.
  • Add broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Add carrots and continue simmering 5 minutes.
  • Add potatoes and continue simmering 10 minutes.
  • Add onions and continue simmering 10 minutes.
  • In small bowl, whisk together flour and water until flour is completely dissolved and mixture is smooth.
  • Gradually add to stew, stirring constantly.
  • Continue cooking uncovered 5 minutes or until meat is tender.
  • Stir in browning sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 800.3, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 98.5, Sodium 2642.7, Carbohydrate 90.4, Fiber 11, Sugar 11.1, Protein 37.3

MOM'S MEAT LOAF



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Mom made the best meatloaf, and now I do, too. When I first met my husband, he didn't care for homemade meatloaf, but this won him over. -Michelle Beran, Claflin, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup 2% milk
2/3 cup finely crushed saltines
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
Dash pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into an 8x4-in. loaf in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan., In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients, stirring to dissolve sugar; remove 1/2 cup for sauce. Spread remaining mixture over meat loaf., Bake 60-65 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 1092mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.

LUBY'S CAFETERIA BEEF LIVER AND ONIONS



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This is a most requested recipe from the Luby's Cafeteria posted in response to a request. Prep time includes soaking time.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Beef Organ Meats

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/4 lbs beef liver, sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 large onion, sliced 1/4 inch slices
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 cup milk
2 extra large eggs
3 cups fine dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Soak liver in cold salted water for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned.
  • Sprinkle with salt.
  • Keep warm.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk together milk and eggs until well blended.
  • Place bread crumbs in separate shallow bowl.
  • Rinse liver under cool running water.
  • Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Dip into milk mixture, then into bread crumbs, coating evenly.
  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add liver and cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
  • Top with onions.

LUBY'S CAFETERIA BEEF TORTILLA SOUP



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Make and share this Luby's Cafeteria Beef Tortilla Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 quarts chicken stock
1.5 (12 ounce) cans whole canned tomatoes
2 3/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoons ground pepper
1.5 (12 ounce) cans cream-style corn
3 1/2 cups shredded American cheese
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 cup cool water
1 lb ground beef
1/3 cup chopped onion
tortilla chips (to garnish)
shredded cheddar cheese (to garnish)
sour cream (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a large pot.
  • Crush tomatoes by hand and add with juice to broth.
  • Add cumin, garlic, salt, pepper, corn, and American cheese.
  • Bring to a boil again.
  • Dissolve cornstarch in cup of cool water in small bowl.
  • Add to boiling soup slowly while stirring constantly.
  • Let simmer 10 minutes.
  • While soup simmers, sauté ground beef in skillet with chopped onion.
  • Drain off any grease.
  • Turn soup off, and add cooked beef mixture.
  • Serve with sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.5, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 19.7, Sodium 676.5, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.9, Protein 8.6

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground turkey or pork. This will help keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful.
  • Add some vegetables to the meatloaf mixture. This will add nutrients and help to bind the meatloaf together.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
  • Shape the meatloaf into a loaf pan and then glaze it with a mixture of ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. This will give the meatloaf a delicious crust.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a low temperature for a long time. This will help to keep the meatloaf moist and prevent it from drying out.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the meatloaf to hold together.

Conclusion:

Luby's Cafeteria Meatloaf is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this meatloaf is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you are serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, Luby's Cafeteria Meatloaf is sure to be a hit.

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