April's Meatloaf Recipe

Name: April's Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup cubed bread, 4 slices torn (I like white or wheat); 1 cup milk; 1 12 lbs lean ground beef; 2 beaten eggs; ¼ cup fine chopped onion; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon rubbed sage; 1 dash pepper; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; ¼ cup catsup; 1 teaspoon dry mustard

Servings: persons

⅔ cup cubed bread, 4 slices torn (I like white or wheat)
1 cup milk
1 12 lbs lean ground beef
2 beaten eggs
¼ cup fine chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon rubbed sage
1 dash pepper
3 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ cup catsup
1 teaspoon dry mustard

1
In a large bowl soak bread cubes in milk until bread is saturated.
2
Add spices.
3
Add meat and onions along with the beaten eggs and mix well.
4
Form into a loaf and bake in a glass casserole dish at 350 degrees, draining fat as needed for 35- 40 minutes.
5
More time may be needed.
6
Check for doneness.
7
If you want, add a couple of slices of provelone to the center of the loaf before baking, this is a real husband pleaser.
8
Piquant Sauce:.
9
Mix all the ingredients together and brush or pour onto meatloaf.
10
Sauce is added about 10 minutes before your meatloaf is done.
11
(I always double the sauce).

230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅔ cup cubed bread, 4 slices torn (I like white or wheat), 1 cup milk, 1 12 lbs lean ground beef, 2 beaten eggs, and more.

Yes, April's Meatloaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

April's Meatloaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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