Hearty old fashioned meatloaf recipe is as old as the hills, but with a secret ingredient added, you will become even more of a meatloaf lover.
OLD FASHIONED MEATLOAF WITH A SECRET INGREDIENT
Diced Green Tomatoes in old-fashioned meatloaf elevate the dish from average to extraordinary. The meatloaf is flavorful, and a delicious ketchup glaze is spread over the top.
Old Fashioned Meatloaf is one of my family's favorite meals.
Who doesn't love a good meatloaf sandwich? I make my classic meatloaf recipe most days, but for this recipe, I added a twist to our favorite recipe.
I usually add chopped green bell peppers and onions to my recipe, but I didn't have any bell peppers, and it was late in the day, and I didn't want to run to the store.
However, I did have a few green tomatoes on the counter and didn't have time to fry them, so I chopped them and considered how they would taste if I added them to the meatloaf as a substitute for bell pepper.
I may be on to something tasty.
We enjoyed this flavorful twist on an old classic. As soon as my grandsons came in the door, they were served a plate, and as you can see, the sides were delicious, too.
They love meatloaf, and this recipe did not disappoint.
I hope you make this recipe soon while the green tomatoes are still in season.
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TIPS AND TIDBITS TO PREPARE THE BEST HEARTY MEATLOAF
Hamburger. For a flavorful meatloaf, use a high-fat hamburger. I go to the middle ground and use an 85/15 ratio.
Moist meatloaf. To get a moist meatloaf, use vegetables that release juices, such as onions, bell peppers, and, in this recipe, green tomatoes. Add milk to the bread crumbs and allow all to absorb with the eggs while mixing with the hamburger.
Seasoning correctly. Use straightforward seasoning like salt, pepper, garlic powder, and ground coriander not to mask the flavorful flavors of the meatloaf.
Mix with care. Once all the ingredients are in the bowl, use a light touch to mix them all together. Overmixing will yield a crumbly meatloaf that breaks down as it cooks.
Rest the meatloaf. It is essential to rest the meatloaf before slicing and serving. The wait time allows the juices to stay sealed inside, giving the meatloaf that perfect bite.
WHAT YOU NEED TO PREPARE HEARTY MEATLOAF
Large mixing bowl
Ground beef
Salt
Pepper
Garlic powder
Coriander
Bread Crumbs
Onions
Green tomatoes
Evaporated milk
Ketchup
Mustard
Brown sugar
Worchester sauce
Deep dish baking dish
Small bowl
Ground beef
Salt
Pepper
Garlic powder
Coriander
Bread Crumbs
Onions
Green tomatoes
Evaporated milk
Ketchup
Mustard
Brown sugar
Worchester sauce
Deep dish baking dish
Small bowl
HOW TO PREPARE HEARTY MEATLOAF
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Spray a deep dish baking dish with a nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except for the ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, and mix until well blended.
Be careful not to handle the meat mixture too much. Shape into a round bun and place in the baking dish. Pour water a third of the way up in the dish.
Bake in the oven for 1 hour. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Spoon the ketchup mixture over the meatloaf and return to the oven for another 15 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except for the ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, and mix until well blended.
Be careful not to handle the meat mixture too much. Shape into a round bun and place in the baking dish. Pour water a third of the way up in the dish.
Bake in the oven for 1 hour. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Spoon the ketchup mixture over the meatloaf and return to the oven for another 15 minutes.
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Yield: 10-12
Hearty Old Fashioned Meatloaf
Hearty old fashioned meatloaf recipe is as old as the hills, but with a secret ingredient added, you will become even more of a meatloaf lover.
Prep time: 7 MinCook time: 15 MinInactive time: 15 MinTotal time: 37 Min
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a deep dish baking dish with a nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except for the ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, and mix until well blended.
- Be careful not to handle the meat mixture too much. Shape into a round bun and place in the baking dish. Pour water a third of the way up in the dish.
- Bake in the oven for 1 hour. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Spoon the ketchup mixture over the meatloaf and return to the oven for another 15 minutes.
Notes
Hamburger. For a flavorful meatloaf, use a high-fat hamburger. I go to the middle ground and use an 85/15 ratio.
Moist meatloaf. To get a moist meatloaf, use vegetables that release juices, such as onions, bell peppers, and, in this recipe, green tomatoes. Add milk to the bread crumbs and allow all to absorb with the eggs while mixing with the hamburger.
Seasoning correctly. Use straightforward seasoning like salt, pepper, garlic powder, and ground coriander not to mask the flavorful flavors of the meatloaf.
Mix with care. Once all the ingredients are in the bowl, use a light touch to mix them all together. Overmixing will yield a crumbly meatloaf that breaks down as it cooks.
Rest the meatloaf. It is essential to rest the meatloaf before slicing and serving. The wait time allows the juices to stay sealed inside to give that perfect bite.
Dear Friend - you are soooo creative! I never ever would have thought to chop green tomatoes...but I'm sure I would love them more than I like green peppers. Thanks for being so cool and willing to 'test' things for the rest of us. You are amazing!! <3
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