MEATLOAF 101

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Use a combination of meat for perfect meatloaf: beef for flavor, veal for tenderness and easy slicing, pork for juiciness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

4 slices white bread, torn into pieces
1 3/4 pounds ground beef
3/4 pound ground pork
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and cut into eighths
2 cloves garlic
2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 large egg
3/4 cup ketchup
4 teaspoons dry mustard
1 tablespoon coarse salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In the bowl of a food processor, pulse bread until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a medium bowl; add ground beef and ground pork.
Place onion, garlic, celery, carrots, and parsley in food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add to beef mixture; combine using your hands. Add egg, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 teaspoons dry mustard, salt, and pepper; combine thoroughly, using your hands. Place in an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-by-2 1/2-inch loaf pan.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup and 2 teaspoons dry mustard, and the brown sugar; stir until smooth.
Brush mixture over top of the meatloaf. Place the pan on a baking sheet to catch drippings, and transfer to oven. Bake until a meat thermometer inserted in the center reaches 160 degrees, about 1 1/2 hours. (If the top of the meatloaf gets too dark, cover with foil and continue baking.) Let meatloaf stand 15 minutes before slicing.

Mohammed Alahmady

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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my meatloaf turned out dry. I'm going to try it again using a different recipe.

Cash A

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This meatloaf is a great comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter day.

Amanullah Noonari

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I was a little hesitant to try this meatloaf recipe because I'm not a big fan of meatloaf. But I was pleasantly surprised! It was really good.

Joseph Kpuih

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This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and always comes out perfectly. I highly recommend it.

sahabuddin chowdhury

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I love that this meatloaf recipe is so versatile. I can change up the seasonings and add different ingredients to create different flavors.

Feroz Anyu

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This meatloaf is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. It's also a great make-ahead meal.

Mark Wisniewski

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I've been making this meatloaf for years and it's always a hit. It's so moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.

Zeeshan Swati

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This meatloaf is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Shah Zain

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I was really impressed with this meatloaf recipe. It was easy to make and turned out so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.

Danny Hickton

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I love this meatloaf recipe! It's so easy to make and always comes out perfectly. I've tried other recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite.

Md Rifat Hasan

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This meatloaf recipe is a family favorite. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.

Mf 10

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I've made this meatloaf several times and it's always a success. It's moist, flavorful, and easy to make.

Mercy Futialo

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This is my go-to meatloaf recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.

Sheran Khan Khattak

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This meatloaf is easy to make and always turns out great. I love that I can use different ground meats and seasonings to create different flavors.

Deborah Quansah

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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.

Riard Islami

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This meatloaf was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. I'll definitely be making it again.

Shrouk Gamal

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I've tried many meatloaf recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so simple to make, yet it always comes out perfectly. I love that I can customize it with different ingredients, too.