**Meatloaf with Tomato Relish: A Classic Comfort Dish with a Flavorful Twist**
Meatloaf, a beloved comfort food enjoyed by families for generations, takes center stage in this culinary adventure. This hearty and flavorful dish, crafted with ground beef, aromatic herbs, and a symphony of seasonings, promises a delightful experience with every bite. Accompanying the meatloaf is a tantalizing tomato relish, a burst of tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the richness of the meat. Discover the secrets behind creating a moist and succulent meatloaf, along with the vibrant relish that elevates this classic dish to new heights. Embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the timeless flavors of meatloaf, enhanced by the delightful addition of tomato relish. Unleash your inner chef and prepare to indulge in a feast that will warm your soul and leave your taste buds craving more.
**Additional Recipes Featured in the Article:**
1. **Classic Meatloaf:** This timeless recipe showcases the essence of meatloaf, using a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, seasoned to perfection and baked until golden brown.
2. **Turkey Meatloaf:** A healthier take on the classic, this recipe substitutes ground turkey for beef, resulting in a leaner and equally delicious meatloaf.
3. **Vegetarian Meatloaf:** Catering to plant-based preferences, this meatless version utilizes a combination of black beans, lentils, and vegetables, creating a hearty and satisfying meatloaf alternative.
4. **BBQ Meatloaf:** Adding a smoky and tangy twist, this recipe incorporates barbecue sauce into the meatloaf mixture, resulting in a flavorful dish with a hint of spice.
5. **Swedish Meatballs:** A delightful variation on the meatloaf theme, these meatballs are made with a blend of ground beef and pork, simmered in a creamy sauce, and served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
COUNTRY MEATLOAF WITH TOMATO RELISH
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories main-dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the tomato relish, coat a skillet with olive oil and place over medium heat. Saute the garlic, bay leaves, and onion together until they caramelize. Add the red peppers and cook until soft. Add the tomatoes, parsley and Worcestershire sauce, cook for 10 minutes until the vegetables cook down. Stir in the ketchup and continue to cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and pork together with your hands. Fold in 1/2 cup of the tomato relish. Add the eggs and thyme and mix with both hands just until blended. Do not over mix or the meat loaf will become dense and tough. Season with salt and pepper. Coat a 9 by 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray. Fill the loaf pan with the meat mixture, mounding it a bit on top. Generously spoon some tomato relish on the surface. When cooked, this will form a top crust. Place the loaf pan on a cookie sheet and bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until the meat loaf has pulled away from the sides of the pan. Remove from pan, allow to cool slightly before cutting into slices. Serve with remaining sauce on the side.
TRULY TERRIFIC MEATLOAF WITH TOMATO RELISH
I can't remember where this recipe came from. I have been told by everyone I have shared this recipe with that "It is the best I have ever made."
Provided by Chef Colt
Categories Meat
Time 1h50m
Yield 1 loaf, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Coat a skillet with a 2-count of oil and place over medium heat. Saute the onion, garlic, and bay leaves for a few minutes to create a base flavor. Throw in the red peppers and cook them for a couple of minutes to soften. Now add the tomatoes; adding them at this point lets them hold their shape and prevents them from disintegrating. Stir in the parsley, ketchup, and Worcestershire; season with salt and pepper. Simmer the relish for 5 minutes to pull all the flavors together. Remove it from the heat; you should have about 4 cups of relish.
- Place the torn white bread in a bowl and add the milk to just barely cover, swish the bread around in the milk and let it sit while you get the rest of the ingredients for the meat loaf together.
- This is where you get your hands dirty! In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and pork with 1 1/2 cups of the tomato relish, the eggs, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Squeeze the excess milk from the bread and add the soaked bread to the meat mixture. To test, fry a small "hamburger" patty of the meatloaf until cooked; the patty should hold together but still have a soft consistency. Taste the patty for seasoning.
- Lightly oil a cookie sheet. Transfer the meat mixture to the center of the cookie sheet and form into a log about 9 inches long and about 4 inches wide. Coat the top of the meatloaf with another 1/2 cup of the tomato relish. Lay the bacon across the top lengthwise.
- Bake the meatloaf for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until the bacon is crisp and the meatloaf is firm. Rotate the meat loaf while it's baking every now and then to insure that the bacon browns evenly. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it cool a bit before slicing. Serve with the remaining tomato relish on the side. Unbelievably moist, Truly the best!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 669.5, Fat 40.7, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 227.5, Sodium 1006.3, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 18.1, Protein 47.3
MEATLOAF WITH TOMATO RELISH
I guarantee that this will be the VERY BEST MEATLOAF you will have ever had. If you have any questions e-mail me: [email protected]
Provided by Alan Leonetti
Categories Pork
Time 1h50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Coat a skillet with a 2-count of oil and place over medium heat.
- Saute the onion, garlic, and bay leaves for a few minutes to create a base flavor. Throw in the red peppers and cook them for a couple of minutes to soften. Now add the tomatoes; adding them at this point lets them hold their shape and prevents them from disintegrating. Stir in the parsley, ketchup, and Worcestershire; season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer the relish for 5 minutes to mix all the flavors together. Remove it from the heat; you should have about 4 cups of relish.
- Place the torn white bread in a bowl and add the milk to just barely cover, swish the bread around in the milk and let it sit while you get the rest of the ingredients for the meat loaf together.
- This is where you get your hands dirty! In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and pork with 1 1/2 cups of the tomato relish, the eggs, and thyme; season with salt and pepper.
- Squeeze the excess milk from the bread and add the soaked bread to the meat mixture. To test, fry a small "hamburger" patty of the meatloaf until cooked; the patty should hold together but still have a soft consistency. Taste the patty for seasoning.
- Lightly oil a cookie sheet. Transfer the meat mixture to the center of the cookie sheet and form into a log about 9 inches long and about 4 inches wide.
- Coat the top of the meatloaf with another 1/2 cup of the tomato relish. Lay the bacon across the top lengthwise.
- Bake the meatloaf for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until the bacon is crisp and the meatloaf is firm.
- Rotate the cookie sheet while it's baking every now and then to insure that the bacon browns evenly.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it cool a bit before slicing. Serve with the remaining tomato relish on the side. The meatloaf will be unbelievably moist!
MEATLOAF SANDWICHES WITH TOMATO RELISH ON GARLIC BREAD
The only thing that could improve this unpretentious comfort food is, perhaps, a heap of perfectly crisp, golden, double-cooked french fries. That, and the sandwich's tangy topping of charred tomatoes that's vaguely, compellingly familiar. The meat loaf itself gets its extra depth of flavor from a blend of ground beef, pork, and buffalo.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Make the meat loaf: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix milk and bread in a large bowl, and let stand for 5 minutes. Mix in the remaining ingredients through salt using your hands; season with pepper. Form meat mixture into a 5-by-12-inch loaf on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until browned and meat loaf registers 140 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, about 1 hour. Let cool slightly, then cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
- Make the tomato relish: Preheat broiler. Arrange tomatoes on a baking sheet, and brush with oil. Broil tomatoes until softened and charred, 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool, then chop.
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add water and sugar, bring to a simmer, and cook until reduced by half. Add charred tomatoes, vinegar, and honey, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes. Stir in cayenne and salt. Strain, and discard liquid. Let cool. (Relish will keep, covered and refrigerated, for up to 3 days.)
- To assemble: Puree garlic and oil in a blender. Brush 1 side of each slice of bread with garlic oil. Top half the bread with meat loaf, tomato relish, and mache. Top with remaining bread, garlic-oil side down. Serve with fries.
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork: This will give the meatloaf a more flavorful and moist texture.
- Add some bread crumbs or oats to the meatloaf mixture: This will help to bind the ingredients together and prevent the meatloaf from becoming too dry.
- Season the meatloaf mixture generously with salt and pepper: This will help to enhance the flavor of the meatloaf.
- Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
- Shape the meatloaf mixture 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 about 1 hour: Or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving: This will help to keep the meatloaf moist.
Conclusion:
Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and moist meatloaf that everyone will love. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or corn, and enjoy!
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