Hearty Crowd-Pleasing Meatloaf Extravaganza

Description

Indulge in this crowd-pleasing Meatloaf for a Mob recipe from Love With Recipes. Perfect for gatherings, it’s hearty, flavorful, and sure to satisfy a hungry crowd!

Ingredients

• 8 eggs
• 1 cup V8 juice
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 4 1/2 cups bread crumbs
• 2 packets dry onion soup mix
• 2 teaspoons pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 8 pounds ground beef
• 3/4 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup prepared mustard

Instructions

1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease four 13×9-inch baking dishes.

2. Mixing the Meatloaf: In a very large bowl, combine the eggs, V8 juice, chopped onions, bread crumbs, dry onion soup mix, pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.

3. Adding the Beef: Crumble the ground beef over the mixture in the bowl. Use your hands or a sturdy spoon to thoroughly mix everything together until the beef is evenly distributed with the other ingredients.

4. Forming the Loaves: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a loaf shape. Place each loaf into a greased 13×9-inch baking dish.

5. Baking the Meatloaves: Bake the loaves uncovered in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

6. Preparing the Glaze: While the meatloaves are baking, in a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and prepared mustard until smooth and well combined.

7. Glazing the Meatloaves: After 45 minutes of baking, remove the meatloaves from the oven and spread the ketchup mixture evenly over the tops of each loaf.

8. Finishing the Bake: Return the meatloaves to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (70°C) to ensure they are fully cooked through.

9. Serving: Once baked, let the meatloaves rest for a few minutes before slicing. This recipe yields 4 meatloaves, each serving about 8 hearty portions.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 723.35
• Total Fat: 38.88g
  • Saturated Fat: 14.6g
• Cholesterol: 260.55mg
• Sodium: 1561.75mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 39.63g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.13g
  • Sugars: 13.68g
• Protein: 51.53g

Tips for Success

• Ensure all ingredients are well mixed to distribute flavors evenly throughout the meatloaf.
• Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
• Let the meatloaves rest briefly before slicing to allow juices to redistribute for optimal flavor and juiciness.

Enjoy preparing this Meatloaf for a Mob recipe from Love With Recipes, perfect for gatherings where hearty, comforting dishes are a must-have!