Meatloaf - Tastiest meatloaf ever!! Recipe

Name: Meatloaf - Tastiest meatloaf ever!!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bread, torn into pieces; 2-1/2 lbs (1.1 kg). ground beef; 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and cut into eighths; 2 cloves garlic; 2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces; 1/2 cup (125 ml) parsley; 1 egg; 1 cup (225 ml) ketchup; 3 tsp (15 ml). dry mustard; 1 tbsp (15 ml). salt; 2 tsp (10 ml). pepper; 2 tbsp (30 ml). brown sugar

Servings: persons

4 slices bread, torn into pieces
2-1/2 lbs (1.1 kg). ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and cut into eighths
2 cloves garlic
2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup (125 ml) parsley
1 egg
1 cup (225 ml) ketchup
3 tsp (15 ml). dry mustard
1 tbsp (15 ml). salt
2 tsp (10 ml). pepper
2 tbsp (30 ml). brown sugar

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees (200 C.).
2
Place bread in bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade.
3
Pulse until fine crumbs form.
4
Transfer to a large bowl, add ground beef.
5
Place onion, garlic, celery, carrots and parsley in the food processor, pulse until fine.
6
Add to meat mixture along with egg, 1/2 cup (125 ml) of the ketchup, 2 tsp (10 ml) dry mustard, salt and pepper.
7
Place in a 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch loaf pan.
8
Combine remaining 1/2 cup (125 ml) ketchup, remaining 1 tsp (5 ml) dry mustard and 2 tbsp (30 ml) brown sugar in a small bowl; stir until smooth.
9
Brush mixture over meatloaf.
10
Place in the oven with a baking pan set on the rack below to catch drippings.
11
Cook until meat thermometer reads 160 degrees (70 C.), about 90 minutes.
12
* If top gets too dark, cover with foil and continue baking

305

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices bread, torn into pieces, 2-1/2 lbs (1.1 kg). ground beef, 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and cut into eighths, 2 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Meatloaf - Tastiest meatloaf ever!! 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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Meatloaf - Tastiest meatloaf ever!!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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