MEATLOAF FOR PEOPLE WHO HATE MEATLOAF
I have converted several people with this recipe. I got the basic recipe from ATK's Best New Recipes Cookbook and added my own tweaks. I generally triple the glaze recipe so as to have plenty for leftovers. The bacon is optional but does add great flavor and crunch. Another option is to substitute 2/3 cup of instant oats run through the food processor for several pulses for the cracker or bread crumbs. You can use them whole, but they give the loaf an odd texture that disappears when they are ground a little.
Provided by NanciY
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- For the glaze:.
- Combine ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, balsamic vinegar and hot sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until just starting to bubble. Reduce heat to low and simmer slowly until meatloaf is ready to go into the oven.
- For the meatloaf:.
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by covering with foil and then placing a cooling rack inside, also covered with foil and poking several holes for grease drainage.
- Heat the butter or oil in a medium skillet. Add the onion and saute until soft and slightly brown. Add garlic and continue to cook until fragrant, about 1 more minute. Set aside to cool.
- Beat the eggs, thyme, salt, pepper, cayenne, mustard, worcestershire, liquid heat, yogurt or milk in a large bowl. Add the cooled onion mixture. Add the crackers and the beef and pork and combine well with a fork or your hands. Be certain that there are no unmixed pockets of meat or cracker mixture.
- With wet hands, turn the mixture onto the prepared pan and pat into a squared loaf shape. Remove the glaze from the heat and brush a generous amount over the loaf. Arrange the bacon slices crosswise, overlapping slightly and tucking the ends under with a spatula.
- Bake until the bacon is crisp and the loaf temperature is 160 degrees, about an hour and 15 minutes. Cool at least 20 minutes. Serve with the remaining glaze on the side.
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Alshami Abdalrhim
[email protected]This meatloaf was okay. It wasn't anything special, but it wasn't bad either. I probably wouldn't make it again.
Senimelia Devo
[email protected]I made this meatloaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.
Ronald Christopher
[email protected]This meatloaf was a disappointment. It was dry and tasteless. I won't be making it again.
Cole Agbolahan
[email protected]I've made this meatloaf several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.
Masiel Munoz
[email protected]This meatloaf was amazing! The flavors were perfect and the texture was so moist. I will definitely be making this again.
Meghla megh
[email protected]This meatloaf was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more moisture next time, maybe by using a different type of ground meat or adding some vegetables to the mixture.
Nirmaya Thakuri
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my meatloaf turned out perfectly. It was moist, flavorful, and had a nice crust. My family loved it!
Cal Cal
[email protected]This meatloaf was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Mian Arham
[email protected]This meatloaf was okay. It wasn't anything special, but it wasn't bad either. I probably wouldn't make it again.
Michael Wormuth
[email protected]I made this meatloaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.
Yousef Emad
[email protected]This meatloaf was a disappointment. It was dry and tasteless. I won't be making it again.
Muhammed Jabbie
[email protected]I've made this meatloaf several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.
Adi Ahmad
[email protected]This meatloaf was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.
Muhmmad usama
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my meatloaf turned out perfectly. It was moist, flavorful, and had a nice crust. My family loved it!
Anemesh Kirtunia
[email protected]This meatloaf was amazing! The flavors were perfect and the texture was so moist. I will definitely be making this again.
M rehman Malik
[email protected]This meatloaf was a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add more moisture next time, maybe by using a different type of ground meat or adding some vegetables to the mixture.
Ogunyale Itunu
[email protected]I made this meatloaf for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Rahela Rahela
[email protected]This is the best meatloaf I've ever had! The combination of flavors is amazing and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Oliver Salazar
[email protected]I was skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but I was pleasantly surprised. The addition of the vegetables and spices really kicked it up a notch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Kainat Javaid
[email protected]This meatloaf was a hit with my family! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The flavors were spot-on and the texture was moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again.