Jyd's Mom's Down Home Juicy Meatloaf Recipe

Name: Jyd's Mom's Down Home Juicy Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pounds ground beef; 6 slices stale white loaf bread, crushed into bread crumbs; 5 scallions, medium dice; 1 cup medium dice yellow onions; 1 cup medium dice green peppers; 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic; 4 eggs; 1 teaspoon black pepper; Salt; 2 ounces meatloaf seasoning; 1 (12 ounce) jar beef gravy; 1 cup shredded cheddar, optional; 1 (16-ounce can) tomato paste

Servings: persons

5 pounds ground beef
6 slices stale white loaf bread, crushed into bread crumbs
5 scallions, medium dice
1 cup medium dice yellow onions
1 cup medium dice green peppers
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
4 eggs
1 teaspoon black pepper
Salt
2 ounces meatloaf seasoning
1 (12 ounce) jar beef gravy
1 cup shredded cheddar, optional
1 (16-ounce can) tomato paste

1
Preheat oven to 370 degrees F.
2
In a large mixing bowl, place the beef, bread crumbs, scallions, onions, green peppers, garlic, eggs, black pepper, salt, meatloaf seasoning, beef gravy, and cheddar.
3
Using a wooden spoon, mix the ingredients until they are evenly distributed.
4
Turn the meat mixture out into a large roasting pan.
5
Form into a loaf shape.
6
Cover the pan with aluminum foil, and bake for 1 1/2 hours.
7
Remove the roasting pan with the loaf from the oven, quickly closing the door to keep the oven hot.
8
Remove the aluminum foil.
9
Spread the top and sides of the loaf with the tomato paste.
10
Roast, uncovered, for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until an inserted meat thermometer reaches 155 degrees F.
11
Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

1809

kcal

Calories

137

Fat

Carbs

124

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pounds ground beef, 6 slices stale white loaf bread, crushed into bread crumbs, 5 scallions, medium dice, 1 cup medium dice yellow onions, and more.

Yes, Jyd's Mom's Down Home Juicy 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!

Jyd's Mom's Down Home Juicy Meatloaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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