Really Great Meatloaf! Recipe

Name: Really Great Meatloaf!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: MEAT LOAF; 2 lbs ground beef; 1/2 lb ground pork; 1 onion, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or use 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder); 1/2 cup chili sauce (or use 1/4 cup of each!) or 1/2 cup ketchup (or use 1/4 cup of each!); 1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb (more if needed); 1/4 cup milk; 2 eggs, slightly beaten; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (one more tablespoon won't hurt!); 1/2 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 -2 teaspoon dried basil; 2 teaspoons seasoning salt (can use white salt); 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste); 1/2 - 3/4 cup ketchup; brown sugar (start with 2 tablespoons and add in more to taste); STUFFING MIXTURE (THIS IS ONLY OPTIONAL); 3 -4 tablespoons butter; 1/2 lb fresh sliced mushrooms; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon dried thyme (rubbed between fingers to release the oils); 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Servings: persons

MEAT LOAF
2 lbs ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1 onion, minced
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or use 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder)
1/2 cup chili sauce (or use 1/4 cup of each!) or 1/2 cup ketchup (or use 1/4 cup of each!)
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb (more if needed)
1/4 cup milk
2 eggs, slightly beaten
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (one more tablespoon won't hurt!)
1/2 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 -2 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons seasoning salt (can use white salt)
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1/2 - 3/4 cup ketchup
brown sugar (start with 2 tablespoons and add in more to taste)
STUFFING MIXTURE (THIS IS ONLY OPTIONAL)
3 -4 tablespoons butter
1/2 lb fresh sliced mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme (rubbed between fingers to release the oils)
2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

1
Set oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Prepare a 9 x 5-inch baking pan and a baking sheet covered with foil to place underneath to catch any drippings.
3
Using clean hands mix together all meatloaf ingredients except the 1/2 to 3/4 cup ketchup and the brown sugar, until well combined in a large bowl (adding in a little more breadcrumbs if needed).
4
Pack the mixture into prepared pan.
5
Place the pan on a foil-lined baking sheet to catch any spills.
6
Bake for about 1 hour.
7
Mix together ketchup with enough brown sugar to taste (start with 2 tablespoons adding in as much brown sugar as you desire to reach desired sweetness).
8
After the 1 hour of baking, remove the meat loaf (at this point you can carefully drain off some of the fat if desired) and spread the ketchup/brown sugar mixture over the top.
9
Place back in the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the meat loaf is pulling away from the sides of the pan.
10
OPTIONAL for the stuffing mixture; melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; add in mushrooms, onion and thyme, cook stirring until the mushrooms brown and loose their moisture.
11
Add in the soft breadcrumbs and cook until lightly browned.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Spread evenly onto the bottom layer of beef mixture, then press down slightly.
14
Top with layer of beef mixture and bake as stated.

1652

kcal

Calories

127

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: MEAT LOAF, 2 lbs ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, 1 onion, minced, and more.

Yes, Really Great 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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Really Great Meatloaf!

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