Best 6 Perfect Meatloaf Recipes

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**Perfect Meatloaf: A Savory Classic with Endless Variations**

Meatloaf, a beloved comfort food, is a versatile dish that offers endless possibilities for customization. This article presents three delectable meatloaf recipes to satisfy every taste. From the classic All-American Meatloaf to the unique Turkey Cranberry Meatloaf and the flavorful Salsa Verde Meatloaf, each recipe promises a satisfying meal. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or crave a creative twist, these recipes have you covered. Get ready to indulge in the hearty goodness of meatloaf, a dish that's perfect for family dinners, potlucks, and special occasions alike.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

A PERFECT MEATLOAF



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I have tried a lot of recipes and finally with a few additions and subtractions, this is it!

Provided by Lonna Weidemann

Categories     Meatloafs

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs beaten
1/4 c milk
1/2 c dry bread crumbs
1/4 c chopped onion
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 c diced green pepper
1 1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 c ketchup
2 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp dry mustard powder

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Grease 9x5 loaf pan. In a bowl lightly mix eggs, milk, bread crumbs, onion, green pepper, salt, pepper, until combined.
  • 2. Gently work in the ground beef until mixed. Press the meat into the loaf pan.
  • 3. Bake in oven until loaf is no longer pink inside and juices run clear about 50 minutes. Thermometer inserted should read 160 degrees.
  • 4. While the meatloaf is baking, mix together ketchup, brown sugar, mustard in bowl. Spread on top of meatloaf during last 15 minutes.

PERFECT MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Perfect Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mnrhogan

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1 1/2 lb) ground beef
1/2 cup oatmeal
2 large eggs
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can tomato soup
1/8 cup catsup

Steps:

  • Mix ground beef, oatmeal,eggs,onion,salt, pepper and soup.
  • Mold into loaf in a shallow baking dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes
  • Pour off excess fat.
  • Pour catsup over loaf.
  • Return to oven for 15 mins or until loaf is nicely glazed.

PERFECT FRIED ONION MEATLOAF



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My family loves my meatloaf. So last year they bought me the perfect meatloaf pan. Im sharing my recipe hope You enjoy

Provided by Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal

Categories     Meatloafs

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

18 oz ground chuck
18 oz ground sirloin
1/2 c ground fried onions
2 slices milk soaked bread
1/2 chopped onion
s&p and garlic salt and dash worshershire

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients. put in perfect pan. Glaze with red gravy. Bake 325 degree oven for 45 min. Making sure You reglaze meatloaf half way thru cooking time.
  • 2. Red gravy~ Equal parts brown gravy and chili sauce (or ketchup) s&p and dash of cinnamin.

PERFECT HEALTHY MEATLOAF



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A family favorite, this is the result of much tweaking and an effort to make healthy synonymous with delicious!

Provided by LaurenGurnett

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1 onion, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
1 clove garlic, minced, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound ground turkey
1 pound lean ground beef
2 cups cooked quinoa, or more to taste
½ cup milk
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
¾ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ cup bread crumbs, or as needed
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in hot oil until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic to vegetable mixture; saute until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Season with salt and black pepper; remove from heat to cool.
  • Mix turkey, beef, quinoa, milk, eggs, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, sweet chili sauce, and ground ginger together in a bowl until well-combined. Add sauteed vegetable mixture; stir until completely incorporated. Gradually add bread crumbs to meat mixture until mixture is moist and holds together. Form into 6 mini loves and place loaves on prepared baking sheet.
  • Whisk brown sugar, ketchup, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved and glaze is smooth.
  • Bake meat loaves in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Spread glaze over each loaf and continue baking until no loaves are longer pink in the center, 10 to 15 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 172.1 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 440.2 mg, Sugar 17.3 g

A PERFECT MOIST MEATLOAF



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Meatloaf can be elegant, aromatic and lucious. This recipe contains 3 secrets that will impress your family and guests.

Provided by Leslie Coleman

Categories     Meatloafs

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb beef, ground
1 lb turkey, ground
1 c milk
4 slice bread, whole wheat or white
1 pkg vegetable soup mix, dried
2 Tbsp a-1 sauce
1 c fresh parsley, chopped fine
2 Tbsp butter
1/2 c nance mustard, sharp & creamy
kosher salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Prep: Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees. In a flat dish or bowl, soak the 4 slices of bread in milk.
  • 2. Dump the following ingredients into a large mixing bowl: ground turkey ground beef dried vegetable soup mix A-1 sauce salt and pepper freshly minced garlic and onion finely chopping fresh parsley squeeze excess milk from bread and add to mixing bowl.
  • 3. With clean hands, GENTLY squeez the ingredients together until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated. (Stirring or squeezing hard will toughen the meat mixture.)
  • 4. Turn mixture onto a cookie sheet and shape into an oval loaf. This will create large, lovely pieces when slicing the meatloaf. Use a butter knife to create a hole in the center of the loaf and insert the 2 tablespoons of butter. Push meatloaf back together firmly to trap butter. Coat top and sides with a heavy layer of A-1 Suace, topped with another layer of Nance Mustard.
  • 5. Cook for 45 to 50 minutes or until a pierced center shows clear juice. Also, the layers of A-1 and Nance mustard should appear as thick glaze. Remove meatloaf from oven and IMMEDIATELY cover with foil, over the top and down the sides to trap the steam. Allow meatloaf to rest 5 minutes. (Juices will return to center of the meatloaf and will not run all over the serving plate.)
  • 6. Move meatloaf to a serving plate and garnish with fresh springs of parsley.
  • 7. Secrets: The dried vegetable soup mix adds color and herbs. Soaking the bread in milk & adding butter to the center will keep the meatloaf moist and juicy. Finely chopping/mincing the onions, garlic and parsley allows the slices to remain solid & pretty.

ALWAYS PERFECT MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Always Perfect Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CaramelPie

Categories     Meat

Time 1h35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (1 ounce) packet dry onion soup mix
1 large egg
2 tablespoons tomato ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix all ingredients together in bowl. The consistency will seem extremely soupy, but don't worry, it will come out perfectly.
  • Pour mixture into a greased 9"x5" loaf pan.
  • Bake for 1 1/2 hours, draining fat every 30 minutes.
  • Top with ketchup 20 minutes before baking time is up.
  • Let cool in pan for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from pan and slice.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
  • Add bread crumbs, eggs, milk, and seasonings to bind the meatloaf together and add flavor.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture, as this can make it tough.
  • Form the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish.
  • Bake the meatloaf at 350°F for 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Serve the meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or corn.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect meatloaf that is moist, flavorful, and sure to be a hit at your next meal.

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