Maple Drive Meatloaf Recipe

Name: Maple Drive Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 3/4 cup finely chopped onion; 3/4 cup chopped scallion (can omit scallions and use 1 1/2 cups onion if it is a Vidalia or sweet onion); 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot; 1/4 cup finely chopped celery; 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 3 eggs, well beaten; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/2 cup half-and-half; 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt and pepper, to taste; 2 lbs lean ground beef; 12 ounces ground sausage; 3/4 cup fine fresh breadcrumb, toasted

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped scallion (can omit scallions and use 1 1/2 cups onion if it is a Vidalia or sweet onion)
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 eggs, well beaten
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup half-and-half
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper, to taste
2 lbs lean ground beef
12 ounces ground sausage
3/4 cup fine fresh breadcrumb, toasted

1
Melt the butter in a heavy skillet, then add the onion, scallions, carrots, celery and bell peppers. Cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes. Then add garlic and cook until the moisture from the vegetables has evaporated, about 5 minutes more. Set aside to cool; then cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.
2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, ketchup, half-and-half, cumin, nutmeg, cayenne, salt and pepper. Add the ground beef, sausage and bread crumbs. Then add the chilled vegetables and mix thoroughly with your hands, kneading for 5 minutes.
3
Form the mixture into a loaf, approximately 12 inches long, 5 inches wide, and 2 1/2 inches high, on a baking sheet. Bake until cooked through (or 160 degrees F on a meat thermometer), about 1 hour. Let rest 20 minutes before slicing.
4
Note: The passive work time also includes the 1 hour chilling time for the vegetables. The vegetables may be prepared ahead of time, in the morning or night before, chilled, and used later in order to save time when actually making the meatloaf.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, 3/4 cup finely chopped onion, 3/4 cup chopped scallion (can omit scallions and use 1 1/2 cups onion if it is a Vidalia or sweet onion), 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot, and more.

Yes, Maple Drive 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.

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Maple Drive Meatloaf

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Variations & substitutions

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