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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Applesauced Meat Loaf Recipe?

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Lean Grnd Beef, 1 lb Grnd Pork, 1/2 c. Dry Bread Crumbs, 3/4 c. Chopped Onions, and more.

Is Applesauced Meat Loaf Recipe suitable as baking & desserts?

Yes, Applesauced Meat Loaf Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Applesauced Meat Loaf Recipe?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Applesauced Meat Loaf Recipe Recipe

Name: Applesauced Meat Loaf Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Lean Grnd Beef; 1 lb Grnd Pork; 1/2 c. Dry Bread Crumbs; 3/4 c. Chopped Onions; 1 Tbsp. Chopped Garlic; 2 lrg Large eggs; 1/2 c. Cool Lowfat milk; 1/2 c. Ketchup; 1 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 1/2 tsp Fresh Grnd Black Pepper; 1 1/2 tsp Grnd Allspice; 1 1/2 tsp Dry Thyme -- Crumbled; 1 c. Gingered Applesauce Or possibly Store-Bought -- See Recipe; 3 Tbsp. Apple Cider Or possibly Apple Juice; 2 Tbsp. Light Brown Sugar -- Firmly Packed; 1 Tbsp. Dijon Mustard Gingered Applesauce-----; 2 Tbsp. Fresh Lemon Juice; 4 x Sweet-Tart Newtown Pippin; 3 Tbsp. Sugar -- Or possibly More If Needed; 1 1/2 tsp Peeled Fresh Ginger -- Finely Grated Apples, Mcintosh, Cortland,

Applesauced Meat Loaf Recipe

Eats Now Editorial Team · 819 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Preheat the oven to 375 F. Lightly butter a roasting pan.
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Combine the beef, pork, bread crumbs, onion, and garlic in a large mixing bowl.
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In a separate bowl, lightly beat the Large eggs.
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Beat in the lowfat milk, ketchup, and seasonings and add in to the meat.
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Mix with your hands just till well combined.
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(A wooden spoon will not do the job as well as your hands.)
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Shape the meat into an oval loaf in the buttered roasting pan and bake till proportionately browned, 50 min.
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Combine the applesauce, apple cider, brown sugar, and heat over medium heat till the sugar is dissolved, about 2 min.
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Pour the applesauce mix over the meat loaf, covering it well, and continue baking till the top is golden, 20 to 25 min longer.
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Remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 5 min before serving.
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GINGERED APPLESAUCE
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Place the lemon juice in a large saucepan.
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Peel, core, and cut each apple into eighths.
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As you add in the apples to the pot, toss them to coat with the lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
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Add in 1/3 c. water, the sugar, and grated ginger and bring to a boil.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook till the apples are tender, 4 to 5 min.
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Remove from the heat and mash coarsely with a fork.
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Taste and add in more sugar if necessary.
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The applesauce should be be a bit chunky.
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VARIATIONS: APPLE-HORSERADISH SAUCE: Substitute 1/2 c. of freshly grated peeled horseradish for the ginger.
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If you like, add in 2 c. mayonnaise.
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Great with roast beef.
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APPLESAUCE WITH FRESH FRUIT: Substitute 1/2 c. fresh or possibly thawed frzn raspberries, peaches , or possibly blueberries for the ginger, and stir in 2 Tbs brandy or possibly sake.
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This is great with game or possibly fowl.
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PASSION-APPLESAUCE: Omit the ginger.
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Just after you remove the pan from the heat, stir the pulp (seeds and all) of 2 passion fruits into the applesauce.
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This goes well with almost anything, especially grilled sausages, smoked pork chops, and venison.
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DESSERT APPLESAUCE: Puree the Gingered Applesauce then thin it with fresh apple cider to the desired consistency.
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Use it as a topping for ice cream, angel-food cake, or possibly lb.
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cake.

Applesauced Meat Loaf Recipe

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