Here’s a recipe for “Meatloaf with a Bite” that promises a flavorful kick and is perfect for a weeknight dinner:
Meatloaf with a Bite
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Recipe Yield: 1 meatloaf
Description:
Here is a meatloaf that will bite back! Adjust the spices to make it hotter or cooler, depending on personal taste.
Recipe Category: Pork
Keywords: Vegetable, Meat, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1895.3
- Fat: 100.7g
- Saturated Fat: 44.1g
- Cholesterol: 939.4mg
- Sodium: 3671.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 80.9g
- Fiber: 7.4g
- Sugar: 27.4g
- Protein: 161g
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp margarine
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 eggs
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare the Vegetable Spice Mixture:
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chopped onion, celery, green bell pepper, green onions, garlic, bay leaf, salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, ground cumin, nutmeg, and Worcestershire sauce.
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Cook the Vegetable Spice Mixture:
- Melt the butter and margarine in a heavy skillet over moderate heat.
- Add the vegetable spice mixture and cook uncovered for about 6 minutes, stirring constantly, until the onions and peppers are soft.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Discard the bay leaf.
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Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the milk, ketchup, and breadcrumbs. Let them soak for a few minutes.
- Add the ground beef, eggs, and the cooled vegetable spice mixture to the bowl with the breadcrumb mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
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Bake the Meatloaf:
- Pack the meat mixture into a greased 9x5x3-inch loaf pan.
- (*Optional: At this point, the meatloaf can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw before baking.)
- Bake the meatloaf, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes or until it is dark brown and pulls away from the sides of the loaf pan.
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Serve:
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for a few minutes before slicing to your desired thickness. Serve hot and enjoy!
This meatloaf recipe combines the savory flavors of beef with a spicy kick from cayenne pepper and other seasonings, making it a flavorful dish that’s sure to satisfy. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference for a milder or spicier meatloaf experience. Perfect for a comforting dinner any night of the week!