MOM'S SECRET INGREDIENT MEATLOAF

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My mother made the best meatloaf in town, but would never share her recipe saying it was just a basic meatloaf recipe with a "secret ingredient". Now all MY family and friends beg for this meatloaf, but only my daughter knows the secret ingredient -- now you will too. You will get raves on this one!

Provided by hopeful

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 -2 1/2 lbs ground chuck
1 large egg
1 cup finely chopped onion (, or you can use 2-3 Tblp dried onion flakes if the kids object to actually seeing the onion)
1 cup milk
3 pieces bread, crumbed in food processor
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3-1/2 cup Heinz Chili Sauce (NO SUBSTITUTION on this ingredient)
1/2 cup catsup
1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Mix ground chuck with breadcrumbs.
  • (extra lean works well too).
  • Add salt,pepper and egg.
  • Mixing with you hands now, add the Heinz Chili Sauce and the milk.
  • Seperate the mixture in half and form 2 loaves.
  • They will both fit comfortably in a 13" by 9" pan.
  • Mix the topping together and spread on the top and the sides of the loaves.
  • Cook at 375 for one hour or 400 for 45 minutes.
  • Check for firmness.
  • Let rest for ten minutes before cutting.
  • Tips---------.
  • If you have stale bread you can lay 2 slices under each loaf and it will soak up the grease so your meatloaf is a bit leaner upon serving.
  • Also, you can use the Chili Sauce on top of the meatloaf instead of catsup.
  • This makes it spicier but my mother never did this because it would have given away her"Secret Ingredient" -- and the kids probably will like it better with catsup on top.
  • Enjoy!

Robert Cerino
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This meatloaf is a keeper! It's going to be a regular in my dinner rotation.


Exposure Cgh
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I'm not sure what the secret ingredient is, but it definitely makes this meatloaf special.


France Kauzen
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This meatloaf is delicious! I love the secret ingredient.


Raheel Shah
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I've never made meatloaf before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!


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


Ameet Moktan
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and moist.


Tarik Korai
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This meatloaf is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Baby Kho
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Arsheya Malik
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This meatloaf is a bit too dry for my taste.


Abdou
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I was skeptical about the ketchup ingredient, but it actually works really well. It adds a nice sweetness to the meatloaf.


Jahanjir Alom
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This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Brooklyn Igleheart
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I've made this meatloaf several times now and it's always a hit! My family loves it.


MH Khan
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This meatloaf is a family favorite! It's so moist and flavorful, and the secret ingredient (ketchup) really makes it special.


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