Best 6 Meatloaf Deliciously Moist Recipes

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**Meatloaf: A Comforting Classic with Endless Variations**

Meatloaf, a quintessential comfort food, is a versatile dish that can be tailored to suit various tastes and preferences. This article presents a collection of meatloaf recipes that range from classic to unique, ensuring that every meatloaf enthusiast finds their perfect match. Whether you prefer a traditional beef meatloaf, a flavorful turkey meatloaf, or a vegetarian twist with a lentil meatloaf, this article has it all. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a moist, flavorful, and satisfying meatloaf experience. With detailed instructions and helpful tips, these recipes guarantee a hassle-free cooking process and a delicious outcome that will leave your taste buds delighted. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey and discover the diverse world of meatloaf recipes that await you in this article.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MEATLOAF RECIPE



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Recipe video above. Meatloaf is so much more than a giant hunk of ground beef in a loaf shape. It should ooze with flavour, be moist and tender yet not crumble apart when sliced. And the caramelised glaze is the crowning glory!

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Main

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup panko breadcrumbs ((Note 1))
1 large onion (, grated (brown, yellow))
1 kg / 2 lb ground beef (mince) (, preferably not lean)
2 eggs
3 garlic cloves (, minced)
1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
1/4 cup tomato ketchup
1/4 cup chopped parsley ((optional), or 2 tsp dried parsley or basil)
1 tsp dried thyme
2 beef bouillon cubes (, crumbled or 2 tsp beef powder (Note 2))
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup tomato ketchup
2 tbsp cider vinegar
1 tbsp brown sugar (, lightly packed)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180C/350F. Oil or spray a loaf tin. (Note 3)
  • Glaze: Mix together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Meatloaf: Place breadcrumbs in a very large bowl. Grate over onion. Mix so the breadcrumbs are all wet. (Note 4)
  • Add remaining ingredients. Mix well using your hands. Form into a loaf shape, pinching together then smoothing over creases and cracks (helps prevent cracks during baking).
  • Transfer into loaf tin. Brush generously with glaze, using about 1/2.
  • Bake for 45 minutes. Remove from oven and brush with most of the remaining glaze. If there is excess fat pooling, scoop/pour it off.
  • Bake for a further 30 minutes. Remove from oven.
  • Stand for 10 minutes before turning out and cutting into thick slices. You will probably get a bit of crumbling just on the edges of the first couple of slices, this is normal and indicative of the tenderness of the meatloaf (zero crumble indicates firm packed harder meatloaf which isn't as enjoyable!).
  • Ideal served with a dollop of ketchup, creamy mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 179 g, Calories 404 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Sodium 607 mg, Sugar 7 g

MEATLOAF - DELICIOUSLY MOIST



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This recipe came from a friend of mine. I added my own touch to it...just one of the many meatloaf recipes my family enjoys..This is one of my all time favorites though.. It's been family approved for years. So moist and flavorful, and won't fall apart like some meatloaf does. Hope you try it, you won't be disappointed....

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Meatloafs

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb lean ground beef
2 eggs
1 c bread crumbs
1/2 c red bell pepper, diced fine ( i don't always use this)
1 small onion, chopped small (about 1/2 cup)
8 oz beef broth
1 tsp dried sage
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
3 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp dry mustard
4 Tbsp ketchup

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325 degree F. I don't use a loaf pan. I line a sheet pan with foil and shape my loaf. Spray foil with cooking spray.
  • 2. Mix all but the last 3 ingredients well. Shape into loaf. Place in loaf pan or on sheet pan. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • 3. Remove from oven. Mix the last 3 ingredients and spread over meatloaf. Return to oven for another 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting. Enjoy!

MOIST & SAVORY MEAT LOAF



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Stop searching for a go-to meat loaf recipe. This is it! Your family will be delighted with this mixture of beef, pork and sauteed onion, with a sweet- and-tangy sauce baked onto the top. Cheese crackers are the secret ingredient in this one. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2/3 cup finely crushed cheese crackers
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
3/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Saute onion in oil in a small skillet until tender. Cool to room temperature., Combine the eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, crackers, salt, pepper, thyme and onion in a large bowl. Crumble beef and pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. Combine ketchup and brown sugar; spread half of sauce over meat loaf. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with remaining sauce. Freeze option: Bake meat loaf without sauce. Securely wrap and freeze cooled meat loaf in plastic wrap and foil. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Unwrap meat loaf and place in a greased shallow baking pan. Prepare sauce as directed; spread half of sauce over meat loaf. Reheat meat loaf in a preheated 350° oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 769mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

MOIST & TASTY MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Moist & Tasty Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by smartblonde 2

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
1 egg
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons diced onions
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1/4 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (recommend mrs dash southwest chipolte seasoning)
0.5 (39 g) packet Lipton Onion Soup Mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup milk
1 -2 piece bread, torn into small pieces
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup barbecue sauce (recommend famous dave's)
2 teaspoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Mix ground beef with all ingredients except last 3.
  • Shape into a loaf and place in bread pan.
  • Mix ketchup, barbecue sauce and brown sugar. Spread over top of meatloaf.
  • Bake uncovered in preheated 350 degree oven for about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.2, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 136.8, Sodium 1540, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 10.2, Protein 27.9

MARE'S MOST DELICIOUS MEATLOAF



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this meat loaf is sooooooo delicious...very moist, and with delicious gravy...It got raves in the Southern U S Cuisine..I promise it will be the only one you will ever make.. ok...just wait till you taste this..

Provided by mare5345

Categories     Meat

Time 1h50m

Yield 1 nice sized loaf, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs ground chuck or 2 lbs ground round
6 slices fresh bread
1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup cream
2 eggs, beaten with the milk or cream
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup

Steps:

  • put meat, bread (broken up in large pieces), both eggs beaten with the milk, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • in a large bowl.
  • then mix about 1/2 the can of soup into meat mixture (if you are using 2 small cans mix 1 can into meat mixture).
  • mix thoroughly with VERY clean hands.
  • shape into a loaf (it will be soft, very mushy to be exact, a friend told me to say it is the consistancy of"tuna salad" or canned cat food") don't worry, it is a sort of flatter than most meat loafs.
  • Mix about 1 cup of water with remaining soup (if you are using the large can) and pour over loaf (or mix 1 cup water with the other small can and pour over loaf).
  • Bake at 375 degrees about 1 hour and 30 minutes (adding water periodically).
  • if the gravy looks too light -- cook for another 30 minutes -- it will never be too dry -- but the gravy will have a little more flavor -- keep scrapping down the sides.
  • It will be golden brown on top and you will have delicious gravy to use over rice or potatoes.
  • It is the best meat loaf you will ever eat (it is VERY moist and so delicious).

THE MOST EASY AND DELISH MEATLOAF EVER!



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This meatloaf only calls for a few easy ingredients, no chopping whatsoever! If you wish to add ketchup on top, remove the meatloaf at 50 minutes, add ketchup, then return to oven for the remaining 10 minutes.

Provided by Jillian

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®), undrained
1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
1 teaspoon onion flakes
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder, or to taste
1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat the egg in a mixing bowl, then add the ground beef, tomatoes, and crushed crackers. Season with onion flakes, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined. Pack into a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 557.6 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground meats. This will give your meatloaf a more complex flavor and texture. Try using a mixture of ground beef, pork, and veal.
  • Don't overmix the meat. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Add moisture to the meatloaf. This will help to keep it moist and prevent it from drying out. You can add moisture by using bread crumbs, eggs, milk, or tomato sauce.
  • Season the meatloaf well. Use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and herbs. Seasoning helps to enhance the flavor of the meatloaf.
  • Cook the meatloaf at a low temperature. This will help to prevent it from drying out. Cook the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing. This will help to keep the meatloaf moist and prevent it from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. By following these tips, you can make a meatloaf that is moist, flavorful, and delicious. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or a salad.

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