FOOD & WINE'S NO-APOLOGIES MEATLOAF
Being a Midwesterner born and bred, I (Heather) have had more than my fair share of meatloaf. As a child, I ordered open-faced meatloaf sandwiches every single time I went to my grandparents' diner. My grandpa said it was going to come out of my ears! :-) This recipe from Food & Wine magazine (Feb 1989, p. 131-132)is by far my favorite. The flavors are well balanced, and the oats redeem this fat-laden dish with a whole grain.
Provided by Heather3271
Categories Meat
Time 1h35m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over moderate heat. Add the onion, green pepper, celery, and thyme. Reduce the heat to low; cook covered, stirring one or twice, until the vegetables are very soft (about 20 minutes). Remove from heat; cool to room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 350°F In a large bowl, combine cooked vegetables and beef. Add oats, 1/3 cup ketchup, eggs, salt, and pepper; mix well. Spoon the meat mixture into a large shallow baking dish. Form the meat into a flat loaf about 2 inches high and smooth the top with the back of a spoon. Spread the remaining 1/3 cup ketchup over the loaf; arrange the bacon strips on top.
- Bake the meatloaf for 1 hour or until it is just cooked through and shows no trace of pink. (A thermometer will register 145°F in the center of the loaf). Let the meatloaf stand for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- NOTES: For my large family, I double the recipe and increase cooking time to approximately 1-1/2 hours. A dash of Worcestershire sauce or Pick-A-Pepa kicks up the flavor nicely. You can also substitute turkey bacon, or omit the bacon and add a dash of liquid smoke. Using tomato paste on top of the meatloaf instead of ketchup adds a tangy flavor.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.8, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 57.5, Sodium 390.2, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 2.4, Protein 10.7
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Kelvin Adjei
[email protected]This meatloaf is a classic comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter day.
Caroline McDonald
[email protected]This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried. It's so moist and flavorful.
Allan miguel
[email protected]I made this meatloaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Irfan Imk
[email protected]This meatloaf is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix it up.
Arefin Isalam
[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover ground beef.
Charnay Jonas
[email protected]This recipe is a great base for meatloaf. I like to add my own personal touches, like different herbs and spices.
Ojo Johnson Olusegun
[email protected]This meatloaf was fantastic! I would definitely make it again.
ashayah Shackleford
[email protected]The meatloaf was a little dry, but the sauce helped to make it more moist. Overall, it was a good recipe.
Esrat Marium
[email protected]This meatloaf was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add some more herbs and spices to the meatloaf mixture next time.
Sahfija Begom
[email protected]I made this recipe exactly as written and it was delicious! The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt and pepper to the meatloaf mixture.
Mirza Shoaib Mirza Qasir Mehmood
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive meatloaf that's perfect for a special occasion.
Amir abdur Rahman
[email protected]This was my first time making meatloaf and it turned out great! I was worried it would be dry, but it was incredibly moist and juicy. The glaze on top was the perfect finishing touch.
Rocking Ruler
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The combination of ground beef, pork, and veal is so flavorful and the sauce is just perfect.
Minty R6
[email protected]This meatloaf recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly moist and flavorful. I love that it doesn't have any weird ingredients, just simple, everyday things that I always have on hand.