**Meatloaf: A Classic Comfort Food with Endless Variations**
Meatloaf is a quintessential comfort food, enjoyed by families for generations. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of meats, seasonings, and ingredients, making it a blank canvas for culinary creativity. From classic beef meatloaf to unique renditions featuring pork, lamb, or turkey, there's a meatloaf recipe to satisfy every palate. In this article, we'll explore the diverse world of meatloaf, presenting a collection of mouthwatering recipes that showcase the endless possibilities of this iconic dish. Whether you prefer a traditional meatloaf with all the classic fixings or are looking for something more adventurous, we've got you covered. So, fire up your oven and get ready to embark on a delicious journey through the world of meatloaf.
GOOD EATS MEATLOAF
Our original Good Eats Meatloaf blends home-ground chuck and sirloin with fresh vegetables and an array of spices into a moist and meaty weeknight dinner. A classic ketchup and Worcestershire glaze keeps things classic. This recipe first appeared in Season 2 of Good Eats and was updated in Season 1 of Good Eats: Reloaded.
Provided by Level Agency
Categories Mains
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325ºF.
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine the croutons, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and thyme, and pulse until finely ground. Transfer this mixture to a large bowl. Add the onion, carrot, garlic, and red pepper to the bowl of the food processor, and pulse until the mixture is finely chopped, but not pureed. Combine the vegetable mixture, ground sirloin, and ground chuck with the bread crumb mixture. Season the meat mixture with the kosher salt. Add the egg and, using your hands, combine thoroughly, but avoid squeezing the meat.
- Pack this mixture into a 10-inch loaf pan to mold the shape of the meatloaf. Turn the meatloaf out onto a parchment paper-lined half sheet pan. Insert a temperature probe at a 45-degree angle into the top of the meatloaf. Avoid touching the bottom of the tray with the probe. Set the probe for 155ºF. Bake on the center rack of the oven for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the ketchup, cumin, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, and honey in a small bowl. After 10 minutes, brush the glaze onto the meatloaf and continue to cook until the temperature probe reaches 155ºF, about 25 more minutes.
- Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
THE BEST MEATLOAF I'VE EVER MADE
When I was growing up, my mom never ever made meatloaf and I always wanted to try it - I finally tried it at a restaurant and loved it. When I moved out on my own I started experimenting with different recipes and creating my own version. I finally came up with the best meatloaf I have ever made, and I wanted to share it.
Provided by sillyliltracy
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion and garlic 5 minutes, until onion is tender. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, mix the onion and garlic, beef, crumbled bread, crushed crackers, egg, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 can tomato sauce. Gradually stir in the milk 1 teaspoon at a time until mixture is moist, but not soggy. Transfer the mixture to a 5x9 inch loaf pan.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven 40 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), and continue baking 15 minutes, to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, mix the remaining tomato sauce and ketchup. Pour over the top of the meatloaf, and continue baking 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 648.6 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
BEST EVER MEATLOAF I
This is a very quick and easy meatloaf!!
Provided by MYSST
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine meat, tomato juice, oats, egg, chopped onion, salt and pepper. Mix lightly but thoroughly. Press into 8x4 inch loaf pan.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until meat is no longer pink and juices run clear. Drain. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 87.1 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 216.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
MEATLOAF FROM GOOD EATS
This meat loaf from Alton Brown is moist and perfectly seasoned. My family has always been very picky when it comes to meatloaf. They loved this variation.
Provided by KathyP53
Categories Meat
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325 degrees.
- In a food processor bowl, combine croutons, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and thyme. Pulse until the mixture is of a fine texture. Place this mixture into a large bowl. Combine the onion, carrot, garlic, and red pepper in the food processor bowl. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped, but not pureed. Combine the vegetable mixture, ground sirloin, and ground chuck with the bread crumb mixture. Season the meat mixture with the kosher salt.Add the egg and combine thoroughly, but avoid squeezing the meat.
- Pack this mixture into a 10" loaf pan to mold the shape of the meatloaf. Onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, turn the meatloaf out of the pan onto the center of the tray. Insert a temperature probe at a 45 degree angle into the top of the meatloaf. Avoid touching the bottom of the tray with the probe. Set the probe for 155 degrees.
- COmbine catsup, cumin, Worcestershire, hot pepper sauce, and honey. Brush glaze onto the meatloaf afer it has been cooking for 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.1, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 110.2, Sodium 827.8, Carbohydrate 22.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 7.6, Protein 27.7
BEST-EVER MEAT LOAF
The combination of onion, carrots, parsley and cheese-plus the tomato-mustard topping-makes this meat loaf really colorful. The recipe lends itself easily to being doubled or halved to suit the number you're cooking for, and it freezes well, too. It's the best meatloaf ever! -Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add milk and bread; let stand until liquid is absorbed. Stir in the onion, carrot, cheese and seasonings. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Shape into a 7-1/2x3-1/2x2-1/2-in. loaf in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. , Combine the topping ingredients; spoon half of the mixture over meat loaf. Bake 30 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°, occasionally spooning remaining topping over loaf. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
CLASSIC MEATLOAF
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
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
Tips:
- Use ground chuck for a moist and flavorful meatloaf. Ground chuck has a higher fat content than other ground beef, which helps to keep the meatloaf moist.
- Add bread crumbs or oatmeal to help bind the meatloaf together. Bread crumbs and oatmeal help to absorb moisture and keep the meatloaf from becoming too dry.
- Season the meatloaf generously with salt and pepper. Salt and pepper are essential for bringing out the flavor of the meat.
- Add other seasonings to taste, such as garlic, onion, or chili powder. Seasonings can help to create a more complex and flavorful meatloaf.
- Mix the meatloaf ingredients together gently. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
- Form the meatloaf into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish. Make sure the meatloaf is evenly shaped so that it cooks evenly.
- Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the meatloaf reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the meatloaf to retain its juices.
Conclusion:
Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and moist meatloaf that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give meatloaf a try.
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