**A Comforting Classic: Mom's Meatloaf and Other Family-Favorite Recipes**
In the realm of home cooking, few dishes evoke the nostalgia and comfort of a classic meatloaf. This quintessential American dish is a staple in many families, passed down from generation to generation. Our "Mom's Meatloaf: An Old-Fashioned Family Recipe" captures the essence of this timeless dish, using simple, wholesome ingredients and a traditional method to create a juicy, flavorful meatloaf that will warm your heart and fill your belly.
But beyond the beloved meatloaf, this article also offers a collection of other family-favorite recipes that will transport you back to simpler times. From the crispy, golden-brown "Grandma's Fried Chicken" to the creamy, comforting "Mom's Mashed Potatoes," each recipe is a testament to the enduring power of home cooking. Whether you're looking for a hearty weeknight meal or a special dish to share with loved ones, these recipes are sure to become part of your own family's culinary heritage.
MOM'S CLASSIC MEATLOAF RECIPE
It's an oldie, but a goodie-- Meatloaf! There's not a whole lot better than a tender and moist meatloaf and this is the PERFECT recipe in my book.
Provided by Heather Cheney
Categories Main Course
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
- Combine the milk and crushed saltine crackers in a small bowl. Allow to soak for about 5 minutes or until the crackers are soft. Whisk in the egg, salt, sage, dill, and pepper.
- Place ground beef in a large bowl and add in onion and milk mixture. Gently mix until just combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and shape meat into a loaf shape. Dip fingers in water and smooth out the cracks with your if needed.
- Place in oven and bake for about 20 minutes.
- Combine ketchup, sugar and Worcestershire sauce and spoon half of it over the partially cooked loaf. Return to the oven.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes longer and spoon the remainder of the sauce over meatloaf. Continue to cook until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees-- about 10-15 additional for a total of 35-45 minutes total cooking time.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 487 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 153 mg, Sodium 961 mg, Sugar 28 g
MOM'S MEATLOAF
This is the only meatloaf I ever liked! Seasoned with fresh onion,a touch of bell pepper, and glazed with a sweet ketchup sauce. For our small family, we cook one loaf and freeze the other to cook at a later time.
Provided by Wendy
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine ground beef, cracker crumbs, tomato sauce, eggs, onion, bell pepper, salt, thyme, and marjoram in a large bowl and mix well. Shape beef mixture into two equally sized loaves. Place both loaves in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Meanwhile, mix ketchup and corn syrup in a small bowl to make a glaze.
- Remove baking dish from the oven and remove foil. Brush glaze onto the loaves. Return baking dish to the oven uncovered, and continue baking until loaves are no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 165.3 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 859.2 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
MOM'S OLD-FASHIONED MEATLOAF
I am all about comfort foods these days, and Mom's Old-Fashioned Meatloaf fits the bill!
Provided by Ciao Chow Bambina
Categories Dinner
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 F.
- Grease a baking pan. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with the eggs, bread crumbs, 1 cup of ketchup, diced onion, salt and pepper.
- Place the meat mixture in a baking pan and shape it into a loaf.
- Drizzle the top with ketchup and salt and pepper.
- Place the sliced onion around the perimeter of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 1 hour.
- Drizzle more ketchup on the top, and bake for another 10 - 15 minutes or until a thermometer registers 160 F.
- Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
MOM'S MEAT LOAF
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
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.
MOM'S MEATLOAF
Make and share this Mom's Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tearanii
Categories Meat
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine beef, cracker crumbs, onion, egg, milk, 1/4 cup catsup, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper; mix thoroughly.
- In a shallow baking pan, shape into loaf.
- Spread remaining catsup over top.
- Cover and bake at 350º for 30 minutes.
- Drain off fat and continue baking, uncovered, 30 minutes longer.
EASY OLD FASHIONED MEATLOAF
No fancy ingredients here... Not like we need another meatloaf recipe, but I figured I'd should post my Grandma's for people like me who like a quick easy meatloaf without a lot of fuss. Most of the meatloaves I saw here had things I'd never even consider putting in a meatloaf! :) At times I will substitute the onion with approx. 1/4 cup dried onion flakes. I also have substituted the garlic with garlic powder. I've never tried making it with horseradish. (I was a notoriously picky eater as a kid so I don't think Grandma put it in when I came to visit either.) I usually don't bother beating the egg... (Boy do I sound lazy! Don't tell Mom! LOL!) I've only recently started putting ketchup on the top before baking, so I don't think it's necessary to keep the meatloaf moist. Mom used to use her own dried bread crumbs, but I use the plain storebought kind. I haven't been adventurous enough to try any flavored bread crumbs... Make sure lean ground beef is used otherwise the meatloaf can get too greasy and/or bubble over the pan while baking. I also recommend checking the center to make sure it's done. On occasion it has taken over an hour to bake.
Provided by nranger7
Categories Meat
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Thoroughly mix all ingredients.
- Shape in loaf pan.
- Cover with more ketchup if desired.
- Bake one hour at 350 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 97, Sodium 861.5, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 24.3
MOM'S BEST MEATLOAF
Mom made this every Sunday and we looked forward to cold sandwiches the next day, if there was any left!! Homemade breadcrumbs work best.
Provided by Carol
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, onion, oatmeal, cornmeal, bread crumbs, salt, sugar, egg, tomato juice, water, barbecue sauce, 1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke and vinegar. Mix together thoroughly and place mixture into a lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard and 2 drops liquid smoke and mix thoroughly. Spread over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for approximately one hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 109.3 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 855.7 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ground beef for the best flavor. An 80/20 blend of ground chuck and ground sirloin is a good option.
- Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
- Add moisture to the meatloaf mixture with ingredients like eggs, milk, or bread crumbs.
- Season the meatloaf mixture generously with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
- Form the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish.
- Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. This recipe for Mom's Meatloaf is a tried-and-true favorite that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this meatloaf is a perfect weeknight meal that can be served with a variety of side dishes. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this Mom's Meatloaf recipe a try.
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