Meat Loaf Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Meat Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 to 2 lb. ground chuck; 1/2 pkg. saltines (about 20); 2 or 3 eggs (depending on amount of meat you use); 1/2 c. Worcestershire sauce; 2 Tbsp. black pepper, according to taste; dash of salt; 1 Tbsp. minced, fresh garlic or 1/8 tsp. garlic powder; 1/2 onion, chopped fine; 1/2 bell pepper, chopped fine; 1 whole tomato, chopped; 1 (29 oz.) can tomato sauce or Hunt's Italian style tomatoes

Servings: persons

1 1/2 to 2 lb. ground chuck
1/2 pkg. saltines (about 20)
2 or 3 eggs (depending on amount of meat you use)
1/2 c. Worcestershire sauce
2 Tbsp. black pepper, according to taste
dash of salt
1 Tbsp. minced, fresh garlic or 1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 onion, chopped fine
1/2 bell pepper, chopped fine
1 whole tomato, chopped
1 (29 oz.) can tomato sauce or Hunt's Italian style tomatoes

1
With rolling pin, crush saltines to make fine crumbs.
2
Combine meat, saltine crumbs, eggs, 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, black pepper and garlic.
3
Add chopped onion, bell pepper and tomato (save some for topping later).
4
Mix thoroughly.
5
Form into loaf shape and place in a 9 x 13-inch casserole.
6
Pour remaining Worcestershire sauce over meat loaf and pepper lightly.
7
Bake, uncovered, in a 400u00b0 oven for 40 to 45 minutes.
8
Turn oven down to about 325u00b0 and bake for one to one hour and 15 minutes.
9
Thirty minutes before meat loaf is done, top with reserved onion, pepper and tomato.
10
Fifteen minutes before meat loaf is done, pour a can of tomato sauce (or Italian style tomatoes) over meat loaf.
11
Cook, uncovered, the last 15 minutes.
12
Then enjoy!

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 to 2 lb. ground chuck, 1/2 pkg. saltines (about 20), 2 or 3 eggs (depending on amount of meat you use), 1/2 c. Worcestershire sauce, and more.

Yes, Meat Loaf falls under the General 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!

Meat Loaf

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