Cape Cod Cranberry Meatloaf Recipe

Name: Cape Cod Cranberry Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup cranberry sauce whole; 3/4 cup brown sugar dark, packed; 2 1/2 pounds beef chuck ground; 1/2 cup milk; 1 medium onions finely chopped; 1/4 cup ketchup; 1/2 cup bread crumbs plain; 2 large eggs lightly beaten; 1/2 teaspoon thyme dried; 1/2 teaspoon marjoram dried; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon rosemary leaves dried; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 each bay leaves

Servings: persons

1/4 cup cranberry sauce whole
3/4 cup brown sugar dark, packed
2 1/2 pounds beef chuck ground
1/2 cup milk
1 medium onions finely chopped
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup bread crumbs plain
2 large eggs lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon thyme dried
1/2 teaspoon marjoram dried
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon rosemary leaves dried
1 teaspoon salt
2 each bay leaves

1
Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
2
Lightly oil a 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
3
In a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce and brown sugar.
4
Place the cranberry sauce mixture in the bottom of the prepared loaf pan.
5
In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients except the bay leaves and mix well.
6
Set the meatloaf mixture in the pan on top of the sauce.
7
Top the loaf with the bay leaves and bake for 1 1/2 hours or until done.
8
Allow the loaf to cool for 20 minutes.
9
Remove the bay leaves.
10
Very carefully turn the loaf onto a serving plate so that the sauce side is up.
11
Drizzle the pan juices over the loaf.

980

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup cranberry sauce whole, 3/4 cup brown sugar dark, packed, 2 1/2 pounds beef chuck ground, 1/2 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Cape Cod Cranberry Meatloaf falls under the Seafood 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!

Cape Cod Cranberry Meatloaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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