Min’s Sweet & Sour Meatloaf with Sauce Recipe
Description:
This delightful Sweet & Sour Meatloaf recipe is a treasured gem discovered in an old church cookbook, revamped by yours truly to infuse it with a personal touch. A versatile dish that welcomes experimentation, as precise measurements are not obligatory. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser; in fact, there’s never a morsel left in my house whenever I prepare it!
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Servings: 6 servings
- Yield: Not specified
Keywords: Kid Friendly, Sweet, Weeknight, Stove Top, Less than 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 454
- Fat: 24.7g
- Saturated Fat: 9.4g
- Cholesterol: 173.3mg
- Sodium: 745.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 25.4g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 22.7g
- Protein: 31.3g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Stewed tomatoes | 1 can |
| Brown sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Vinegar | 1/4 cup |
| Prepared mustard | 1 tbsp |
| Green pepper | 1/3 cup |
| Ground beef | 2 lbs |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Onion | 1 |
| Herb seasoned stuffing mix | 1/2 cup |
| Salt | 3/4 tsp |
| Pepper | 3/4 tsp |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a square baking dish for the meatloaf.
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Prepare Sauce: In a saucepan, combine the stewed tomatoes, brown sugar, vinegar, prepared mustard, and diced green pepper. 🍅🍯 Stir well to blend the flavors. Simmer the sauce over medium heat until the brown sugar dissolves completely. Set aside.
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Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, eggs, finely chopped onion, herb seasoned stuffing mix, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to thoroughly blend the ingredients until evenly incorporated.
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Shape Meatloaf: Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared baking dish. Pat it down gently to form a loaf shape, ensuring it fills the dish evenly.
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Add Sauce: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of the prepared sauce over the top of the meatloaf, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
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Bake: Place the baking dish, uncovered, into the preheated oven. Allow the meatloaf to bake for approximately 1 hour, or until it’s cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
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Serve: While the meatloaf is baking, reheat the remaining sauce on the stove. Once the meatloaf is done, slice it and serve it alongside the warmed sweet and sour sauce. For a complete meal, pair the meatloaf with egg noodles and a fresh spinach and veggie salad.
Enjoy your delicious Sweet & Sour Meatloaf! 🍽️🥗
