Best 7 Meatloaf For A Crowd Recipes

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**Mouthwatering Meatloaf Recipes to Feed a Crowd:**

Savor the tantalizing aroma of hearty meatloaf, a classic dish loved by many. Whether you're hosting a family gathering, a potluck, or a casual get-together, these meatloaf recipes are sure to be the star of the show. From traditional to unique flavor combinations, each recipe offers a delightful twist on this iconic comfort food. Indulge in the classic meatloaf, featuring a savory blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, or explore variations like the tangy BBQ meatloaf, the cheesy bacon-stuffed meatloaf, or the healthy turkey meatloaf. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes ensure that you'll create a moist and flavorful meatloaf that will be a hit with everyone.

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MEATLOAF FOR A CROWD



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This is my basic, and favorite, meatloaf recipe. I've played around with the recipe many times, but it is so good, just as it is, that it has always remained one of my favorite comfort foods. It's juicy, tender, and very flavorful without ketchup, brown sugar or a slew of ingredients. We love it so much that I usually make the...

Provided by Tere Gill

Categories     Meatloafs

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 c quick oats
2 tsp jane's mixed up crazy salt
1 tsp lawry's seasoned salt
1 tsp plain salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 can(s) whole tomatoes with juice
3 lb ground beef
1/2 c chopped sweet onion
3 large eggs, beaten (1 if making 1/2 recipe)

Steps:

  • 1. Gather and prep ingredients. Preheat oven to 400° F.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine oatmeal, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • 3. Pulse tomatoes in food processor to lightly chop (do not puree!) or use kitchen shears to cut/chop tomatoes in their can. Set aside. (NOTE: You could use a can of diced tomatoes, but the texture will be negatively affected.)
  • 4. Place ground beef in the bowl with the oats; add 2 cups of the chopped tomatoes and juice (reserve remainder for topping,) 1/2 cup chopped onion and 3 beaten eggs.
  • 5. (Note: At this point, food safe plastic gloves are recommended, but optional. Also, for easier removal from pan, you may wish to place a parchment paper "sling" in each of 2 loaf pans before adding meat mixture.)
  • 6. Use hands to combine the ingredients thoroughly, but try to avoid overworking the mixture.
  • 7. Divide into 2 equal portions; place in loaf pans, patting mixture down well to remove air pockets.
  • 8. Bake at 400° F, on middle rack, for 45 minutes.
  • 9. Remove from oven, drain off as much of the liquid as possible.
  • 10. Equally pour and spread 1/2 of reserved tomatoes & juice over top of each meatloaf; return to oven and bake for additional 15 to 30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  • 11. Remove from oven and allow to cool for several minutes, or more, before slicing and serving. Cover and refrigerate leftovers. May be frozen raw, then thawed in refrigerator before baking, if using fresh, not frozen ground beef.

MEAT LOAF FOR 120



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A friend of mine gave me this recipe, which was a favorite at 4-H camp. People are pleasantly surprised to see such a down-home entree offered to a large group.-Joanne Shew Chuk, St. Benedict, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 120 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

40 pounds ground beef
16 large eggs, lightly beaten
8 cups old-fashioned oats
5 cups tomato juice
3 large onions, chopped
1/3 cup salt
2 tablespoons pepper
SAUCE:
3 cups water
1-1/2 cup ketchup
6 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine beef, eggs, oats, tomato juice, onions, salt and pepper. Form into 16 loaves. Place in 9x5-in. loaf pans. Combine sauce ingredients; pour 3 tablespoons over each loaf. Bake at 350° for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until no pink remains, basting once with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

MEATLOAF FOR A LARGE FAMILY GATHERING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup finely chopped red pepper
1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
2/3 cups cream
2 eggs (beaten)
1 1/4 pounds ground beef
3/4 pounds Italian sausage, casings removed
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Mustard Glaze, recipe follows
1/2 cup mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl and mix for about ten minutes. Place meatloaf into loaf pan and cover with Mustard Glaze. Cook for 1 1/2 hours.
  • In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients together.

CRACKER BARREL MEATLOAF (FOR A LARGE CROWD!)



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Make and share this Cracker Barrel Meatloaf (for a large crowd!) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h30m

Yield 42 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 lbs lean ground beef
2 lbs onions, chopped ¼ inch dice
1 lb green bell pepper, diced small
10 eggs, lightly beaten
5 tablespoons salt
1 1/2 tablespoons pepper
1 1/2 quarts canned diced tomatoes
2 1/4 cups cracker crumbs
1 1/2 cups ketchup

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a very large bowl and mix thoroughly.
  • Place in 3 loaf pans and press down with spoon.
  • Bake at 300°F for 60 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and invert each loaf over 8-inch wire rack to drain grease and juice.
  • Spread ½ cup of ketchup over each loaf.
  • For a delicious variation, use my Banana Ketchup - Recipezaar recipe ID# 24945.
  • Cut into portions 5 to 6 ounces each and keep warm.

GRANDMA CRAWFORD'S MEAT LOAF FOR A CROWD



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Provided by Marialisa Calta

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield Twelve to sixteen servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup honey
1 cup milk
1 cup rolled oats
3 medium onions, chopped fine
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 eggs
3 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 1/2 pounds ground pork
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon spicy mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a bowl, combine the honey and milk. Add oats, onions, salt, pepper, basil and eggs. Toss with a fork and set aside. In a separate bowl, combine the ground beef and the pork. Add the milk mixture.
  • Pat into well-buttered, 12-inch round bundt pan and bake 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove from oven and turn off the heat.
  • Turn the loaf out onto a baking sheet. Mix ketchup and mustard together and spread on top of the meat loaf with pastry brush. Return to the warm oven for an additional 10 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 512, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 550 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 1 gram

EASY MEATLOAF



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This is a very easy and no fail recipe for meatloaf. It won't take long to make at all, and it's quite good!

Provided by Janet Caldwell

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 egg
1 onion, chopped
1 cup milk
1 cup dried bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
⅓ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, egg, onion, milk and bread OR cracker crumbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste and place in a lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan, or form into a loaf and place in a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar, mustard and ketchup. Mix well and pour over the meatloaf.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 334.6 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

COMPANY IS COMING-MEAT LOAF FOR A CROWD



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Why not try this great tasting meat Loaf that is sure to please most appetites. It is hearty, comforting & full of flavor, & a great way to impress without breaking the bank & be insured that everyone will get enough & not leave the table hungry. This is a healthier alternative to traditional meat loaf, since it is made with lean...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 1/2 lb 90% lean ground beef
2 lb lean ground turkey
4 slice texas toast crumbled( or 6 slices regular bread)
1 can(s) hunts manwich ( your choice of flavor)
4 large eggs room temperature
1 large white or spanish onion, chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 large red or green bell pepper, chopped
2 pkg lipton onion soup mix dry
1 Tbsp garlic powder or minced garlic
1 Tbsp onion powder
2 tsp dried thyme
1 large can evaporated milk
1 1/2 tsp coarse black pepper
1/4 c fresh chopped parsley (optional)
3/4 c heinz catsup
salt if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine onion soup mix with evaporated milk, stir and allow to sit until onions are rehydrated about 10 to 15 minutes. Spray a Half Sheet Cake Pan with non stick cooking spray and set aside till needed. I also like to use foil for easier clean up.
  • 2. In a large mixing bowl add the ground turkey and ground beef. Process texas toast into bread crumbs, and then sprinkle over meat.
  • 3. Crack eggs and add to mixing bowl of ground meats, then add chopped onions, bell pepper, spices, chopped parsley, & Hunts Manwich, then add the evaporated milk mixture, now proceed to combine thourgly. I like to use my hands for this part, but use what ever method you are most comfortable with.
  • 4. After meat mixture has been thourgly combined, divide mixture evenly & shape into 2 loaves, and put in prepared pan. Divide catsup evenly to cover top of both meat loaves.
  • 5. Bake in pre heated 350 degree F. oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for 15 minutes then slice and serve.
  • 6. NOTE YOU CAN DIVIDE THIS RECIPE IN HALF OR BAKE BOTH AND SAVE ONE FOR ANOTHER MEAL AT A LATER TIME.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground beef: For a moist and flavorful meatloaf, use a combination of ground chuck and ground sirloin. The chuck will provide richness, while the sirloin will add leanness.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Use plenty of seasonings: Season the meatloaf mixture generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and any other desired herbs and spices. This will help to give the meatloaf flavor and depth.
  • Add moisture to the meatloaf mixture: To keep the meatloaf moist, add some liquid to the mixture, such as milk, broth, or eggs. You can also add vegetables, such as grated carrots or zucchini, to help keep the meatloaf moist.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a low temperature: Bake the meatloaf at a low temperature (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for about an hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help to prevent the meatloaf from drying out.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: After the meatloaf is done baking, let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. This will help the meatloaf to stay moist and juicy.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a crowd. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it classic or with a twist, there is a meatloaf recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give meatloaf a try. You won't be disappointed!

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