Bounty Harvest Meatloaf 🍽️

Description

Welcome to a delightful autumn recipe known as Bounty Harvest Meatloaf! This savory dish, passed down from a loving stepdaughter, is a treasure trove of wholesome and delicious ingredients that embody the essence of fall. Bursting with flavors and nutrients, this meatloaf is sure to become a favorite in your household. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds singing with joy! 🍂🥘

Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Yield: 1 loaf

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
3 carrots (2 whole, 1 shredded)
1 onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 egg
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 green pepper
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tomato, diced
1 tablespoon horseradish
1/4 cup chopped green olives
1 cup bread crumbs

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your meatloaf will cook evenly and to perfection.
Prepare Meat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef and ground pork. Mix them thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors.
Cook Carrots: Take 2 of the carrots and place them in a frying pan filled with water. Bring the water to a boil and let the carrots cook for about 10 minutes until they are tender. Once done, drain the water and set the carrots aside.
Shred Carrot: Take the remaining carrot and shred it using a grater. This adds both texture and sweetness to your meatloaf.
Saute Onion: In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion to the pan and sauté it until it turns golden brown and fragrant.
Prepare Flavor Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, dried basil, and horseradish. Mix these ingredients until they form a cohesive mixture.
Add Remaining Ingredients: Lightly stir in the shredded carrot, sautéed onion, diced tomato, chopped green pepper, chopped parsley, and green olives into the flavor base mixture. This creates a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Incorporate Ground Meats: Add the ground beef and pork mixture to the bowl with the other ingredients. Gently mix everything together until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a denser meatloaf.
Layer Meatloaf: Transfer half of the meat mixture into a 9×5-inch loaf pan, spreading it out evenly to form a base.
Add Carrot Center: Place the cooked whole carrots lengthwise down the center of the meat mixture in the loaf pan. This creates a delightful surprise in every slice!
Cover with Remaining Meat: Pat the remaining meat mixture evenly over the top of the carrots, ensuring they are completely covered.
Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven, uncovered, and bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and golden brown on top.
Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it stand for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Then, slice and serve this hearty Bounty Harvest Meatloaf to your eager diners.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 287.2
Fat Content: 14.9g
Saturated Fat Content: 6.5g
Cholesterol Content: 119.9mg
Sodium Content: 862.5mg
Carbohydrate Content: 10.8g
Fiber Content: 2g
Sugar Content: 3.6g
Protein Content: 26.6g

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe to suit your preferences. You can add extra vegetables or spices to enhance the flavor profile.
Leftover meatloaf makes for delicious sandwiches the next day. Simply slice and serve on your favorite bread with some mayo or mustard.
This Bounty Harvest Meatloaf is perfect for weeknight dinners, as it can be prepared in under 4 hours and provides a hearty and nutritious meal for the whole family to enjoy.