Absolutely! Here’s a delightful recipe for “Pork, Orange, and Sage Meatloaf” straight from Russell’s kitchen, a savory creation that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a delicious lunchbox sandwich the next day. 🍊🌿
Pork, Orange, and Sage Meatloaf Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 1 | Orange, juice and zest of |
| 1/2 | Fresh sage leaf |
| 1 | Egg |
| 2 | Pinches of salt |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
| Olive oil, for greasing |
Instructions:
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Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to a moderate temperature of 180°C (350°F) to get things started.
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Mixing It Up:
- In a large bowl, combine the finely diced onion, minced garlic, freshly grated orange zest, and the juice of the orange for that lovely citrus kick.
- Finely chop the fresh sage leaves and add them to the bowl along with the egg.
- Season with a couple of pinches of salt and a generous half teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
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Bring it Together:
- Now, it’s time to get your hands in there! Mix all the ingredients together until everything is well combined. 🤲 This might be a bit messy but trust us, it’s worth it!
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Forming the Loaf:
- Grease a loaf tin with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the mixed pork mixture into the loaf tin, gently pressing it down and smoothing the top.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Cover the loaf tin with aluminum foil, making sure it’s sealed around the edges.
- Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour and 30 minutes. 🕒
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Unveil the Goodness:
- After 1 hour and 15 minutes, carefully remove the foil from the top of the loaf tin. Let it bake uncovered for the final 15 minutes. This helps give it a beautiful golden crust. 🌟
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Drain and Rest:
- During the last 15 minutes of baking, you may notice some juices collecting in the tin. Carefully drain these away, ensuring your meatloaf stays moist but not overly soggy.
- Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and allow it to rest in the tin for about 10 minutes. This helps the flavors settle and makes slicing easier.
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Serving Suggestions:
- Now, the moment you’ve been waiting for! Slice up the pork, orange, and sage meatloaf into thick, juicy portions.
- Serve it warm alongside some Evelyn/Athens Onion, Apricot, and Raisin Relish for a delightful contrast of flavors. 🍴
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 512.2
- Total Fat: 37.5g
- Saturated Fat: 13.8g
- Cholesterol: 182.2mg
- Sodium: 571.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.9g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 1.1g
- Protein: 31.8g
Recipe Notes:
- This meatloaf is perfect for slicing and enjoying as a main dish, but it also makes incredible leftovers for sandwiches the next day! 🥪
- The combination of orange zest and juice, along with the fragrant sage, gives this meatloaf a bright and savory flavor profile.
- Make sure to use a loaf tin of appropriate size, ensuring the meatloaf cooks evenly.
- If you prefer a crispier crust, you can broil the meatloaf for a few minutes after baking.
This Pork, Orange, and Sage Meatloaf recipe is a true winner, filled with comforting flavors and easy to make, even for beginner cooks. Give it a try and savor the deliciousness! 🍊🌿
