French Meatloaf
Description: Looking for a delicious way to utilize those last few slices of French bread? Look no further! This French Meatloaf recipe is a savory solution that will delight your family’s taste buds. With a blend of ground beef and turkey, along with aromatic vegetables and spices, it’s a hearty meal that’s perfect for any night of the week.
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 338.2
- Fat: 18.9g
- Saturated Fat: 7.5g
- Cholesterol: 81.4mg
- Sodium: 834.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 1.1g
- Protein: 24.4g
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups of milk
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 2/3 pound of ground turkey
- 1/2 cup of chopped celery
- 1/2 cup of grated raw carrot
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of horseradish
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
Instructions:
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Soak the Bread: In a large bowl, combine the French bread cubes and milk. Allow the bread to soak until the milk is fully absorbed, creating a soft mixture.
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Mix the Ingredients: To the bowl with the soaked bread, add the ground beef, ground turkey, chopped celery, grated carrot, chopped onion, egg, horseradish, salt, and pepper. Gently mix all the ingredients until they are evenly incorporated, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
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Shape the Loaf: Transfer the meat mixture to a shallow baking pan. With your hands, shape the mixture into a loaf, ensuring it is compact and evenly shaped.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the shaped meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the meatloaf is cooked through.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve slices of the French Meatloaf hot, accompanied by your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.
This French Meatloaf recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it a comforting and satisfying meal for any occasion. Enjoy the delicious taste of homemade meatloaf with a French twist! 🇫🇷🍽️
