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Country Comfort Beef Loaf

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Country Beef Loaf โ€“ A Savory Delight for Weeknights! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

Preparation Time: 15 minutes ๐Ÿ•’
Cooking Time: 30 minutes ๐Ÿ•’
Total Time: 45 minutes ๐Ÿ•’
Servings: 8 hearty portions ๐Ÿ›

Description:
Indulge in the culinary wonders of our Country Beef Loaf, a cherished recipe that promises a symphony of flavors and a moist, tender texture. Adapted and perfected, this 5-star dish is a testament to its excellence. Ideal for weeknight dinners with its swift preparation, itโ€™s a culinary gem waiting to be explored.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine ๐Ÿงˆ
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, finely chopped ๐Ÿ„
  • 1 onion, diced ๐Ÿง…
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped ๐ŸŒฟ
  • 1 carrot, grated ๐Ÿฅ•
  • 2 tablespoons water ๐Ÿ’ฆ
  • 2 pounds ground beef ๐Ÿฅฉ
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour ๐Ÿš
  • 2 teaspoons salt ๐Ÿง‚
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ
  • 1 tablespoon fines herbes (optional) ๐ŸŒฟ
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce ๐Ÿฅข
  • 1/2 cup ketchup ๐Ÿ…

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 841.9
  • Fat: 83.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 35.3g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg
  • Sodium: 911mg
  • Carbohydrates: 10.3g
  • Fiber: 1.4g
  • Sugar: 2.2g
  • Protein: 11.9g

Instructions:

  1. Begin by combining butter or margarine, finely chopped mushrooms, diced onion, finely chopped celery, grated carrot, and water in a medium-sized frying pan.
  2. Heat the mixture to boiling, cover, and let it cook for 10 minutes or until the vegetables reach a crispy-tender perfection.
  3. In a large bowl, bring together the ground beef, all-purpose flour, salt, seasoned salt, fines herbes (if available), soy sauce, and the previously cooked vegetable mixture. Mix these ingredients lightly until they are well-blended, creating a harmonious marriage of flavors.
  4. Shape the mixture into a rectangular loaf, approximately 8 X 6, and place it in a greased jelly-roll pan, ensuring an even distribution for a perfect bake.
  5. Bake your Country Beef Loaf in a moderate oven at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until it achieves a crusty-brown perfection, creating an enticing aroma that will waft through your kitchen.
  6. Before serving, add a final touch of elegance by sprinkling chopped parsley, enhancing the visual appeal and adding a burst of freshness to the dish.

Cooking Tips and Personal Touches:

  • Experiment with substituting ketchup for soy sauce, as one user did, showcasing the versatility of this recipe.
  • If fines herbes are unavailable, donโ€™t fret; the dish is still a triumph without them.
  • Fresh mushrooms are excellent, but canned mushrooms work wonders, showcasing the adaptability of this recipe.
  • For smaller households, consider halving the ingredients, or better yet, prepare the full recipe and freeze half for a future culinary delight.

Review Highlights:
โ€œI halved the recipe for the two of us, but next time I will make it all and freeze half. I used ketchup instead of soy sauce and left out the fines herbes, I donโ€™t have any. Very, very good!โ€ โ€“ A satisfied and resourceful cook who discovered the joy of customization.

Conclusion:
Country Beef Loaf is not just a recipe; itโ€™s a culinary journey filled with savory delights and personal touches. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish promises to be a regular star on your dinner table, offering comfort and satisfaction in every bite. Donโ€™t miss the chance to experience the magic โ€“ try it tonight! ๐ŸŒŸ

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