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Ultimate Herb-Infused Meatloaf Recipe: Perfectly Moist and Flavorful!

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🕒 Cook Time: 40 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour
🥘 Recipe Category: Meat
🔍 Keywords: High Protein, High In…, < 60 Mins, Easy

Description:

“I hate meatloaf – DH loves it. I came up with this, modifying a recipe for meatballs, and we both love it. It doesn’t have a sauce because it doesn’t need it. It’s wonderful on it’s own. We like to roast carrots with it, and serve it with mashed potatoes and biscuits.”

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 8 oz ground pork
  • 8 eggs
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 cup minced garlic
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 494.1
  • Fat Content: 25.9g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 10.6g
  • Cholesterol Content: 213.1mg
  • Sodium Content: 905.3mg
  • Carbohydrate Content: 21.7g
  • Fiber Content: 1.4g
  • Sugar Content: 1.9g
  • Protein Content: 40.8g

Instructions:

  1. Preparation:

    • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
    • Prepare a large baking sheet or a loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing lightly.
  2. Mix Ingredients:

    • In a large bowl or the bowl of your mixer, combine the lean ground beef, ground pork, eggs, milk, grated parmesan cheese, chopped flat-leaf parsley, chopped fresh basil, dried basil, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Shape the Meatloaf:

    • Using your hands, mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
    • Shape the mixture into a loaf shape and place it onto the prepared baking sheet or into the loaf pan.
  4. Bake:

    • Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) and the meatloaf is cooked through.
    • If desired, you can check for doneness by inserting a meat thermometer into the center of the loaf. It should register at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
  5. Serve:

    • Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
    • Serve the meatloaf hot, alongside your favorite sides such as roasted carrots, mashed potatoes, and biscuits.

Tips:

  • Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs or spices to the meat mixture.
  • For a crispier exterior, you can brush the top of the meatloaf with a little olive oil or melted butter before baking.
  • Leftover meatloaf can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or frozen for longer storage. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

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