New Classic Meatloaf Recipe

Name: New Classic Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion, diced (1 cup); 8 ounces white button mushrooms, finely diced; 1 small carrot, finely grated; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 clove of garlic, minced; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 pounds extra-lean ground beef (90% lean or higher); 3/4 cup quick-cooking oats; 2 large eggs, beaten; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 8 -ounce can no-salt added tomato sauce; 1 Tablespoon prepared mustard; 1 tablespoon unsulphered molasses

Servings: persons

1 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced (1 cup)
8 ounces white button mushrooms, finely diced
1 small carrot, finely grated
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 clove of garlic, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds extra-lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
2 large eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 8 -ounce can no-salt added tomato sauce
1 Tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon unsulphered molasses

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
Heat the oil in a large skillet, add the onion and mushrooms and cook until the liquid is evaporated and the mushrooms begin to brown about 8 minutes.
3
Stir in the carrots, tomato paste, thyme and garlic and cook, stirring, 2 minutes more.
4
Allow to cool completely.
5
In a large bowl combine the beef, oats, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, mushroom mixture, salt and pepper.
6
Mix until just well combined.
7
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish and shape into a loaf about 5 inches wide and 2 inches high.
8
In a small bowl whisk the tomato sauce, molasses and mustard and pour over the meatloaf.
9
Cook the meatloaf until a meat thermometer registers 160 degrees, about 55-60 minutes.
10
Remove from the oven and let rest 15 minutes before slicing.
11
Per Serving:
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Calories 250; Total Fat 12 g; (Sat Fat 4 g, Mono Fat 5.5 g, Poly Fat 1 g) ; Protein 21 g; Carb 14 g; Fiber 2 g; Cholesterol 110 mg; Sodium 370 mg
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Excellent source of: Niacin, Phosphorus, Protein, Selenium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Zinc
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Good source of: Copper, Iron, Pantothenic Acid, Potassium, Riboflavin, Vitamin C

639

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Protein

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small onion, diced (1 cup), 8 ounces white button mushrooms, finely diced, 1 small carrot, finely grated, and more.

Yes, New Classic Meatloaf falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

New Classic Meatloaf

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Variations & substitutions

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