Source: HLPhoto, AdobeStockMeatloaf is a great alternative to meatballs and homemade roulades. This classic American recipe has long been popular in many European countries. And it's no wonder, as it's an excellent appetizer and main course for all occasions. Meatloaf can be prepared plain or with various fillings and additions!
1. Glazed Meatloaf
Source: pinterest.comAn easy classic recipe that's no harder to make than meatballs.
You will need: 700g ground beef, 1 egg, 1 onion, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 6 tbsp ketchup, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp mustard, 1 tsp salt, spices.
Preparation: Mix 5 tablespoons of ketchup, sugar, and mustard, and set aside the glaze. Mince the onion, mix it with the ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, and egg. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then add salt, spices, and another tablespoon of ketchup. Place the mixture into a loaf pan, spread the glaze over it, and bake the meatloaf for 60-90 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
2. Meatloaf with Vegetables and Pistachios
Source: semushka.comVery vibrant and festive when sliced – a true delight.
You will need: 500g ground beef, 500g ground pork, 5 tbsp olives, 2 tbsp paprika, 50g shelled pistachios, spices, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 200g breadcrumbs, 2 eggs.
Preparation: Dice all vegetables finely and sauté until half-cooked. Mince the pistachios and olives. Mix all ingredients together, place the mixture into a greased loaf pan, and bake the meatloaf in the oven for 1 hour at 200 degrees Celsius (400°F).
3. Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf
Source: attuale.ruAll the juices stay inside, preventing the meatloaf from drying out during baking.
You will need: 100g bacon, 500g pork and 500g beef, 1 head of garlic, 2 onions, 2 bell peppers, 2 eggs, 100g breadcrumbs, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Pass the meat through a meat grinder twice, adding the onion and garlic on the second pass. Mince the bell pepper and herbs, mix with the ground meat, and add eggs, spices, and breadcrumbs. Knead the mixture, let it rest for 15 minutes, then place it into a greased loaf pan. Cover the meatloaf with bacon slices and bake for about 1 hour in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius (375°F).
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4. Meatloaf with Boiled Eggs
Source: fb.ruThe secret to this recipe is that the boiled eggs are used as a filling, creating a beautiful cross-section.
You will need: 400g pork, 100g onion, 4 eggs, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Mince the pork, onion, and garlic in a blender. Add one egg and spices. Boil the remaining eggs and let them cool. Place half of the meat mixture into a loaf pan and arrange the whole eggs on top. Add the remaining meat mixture to enclose the boiled eggs within the loaf. Bake for about 45 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius (400°F) in the oven.
5. Meatloaf with Semolina and Herbs
Source: dzen.ruA budget-friendly option with minimal ingredients – very tasty and satisfying.
You will need: 400g ground meat, 1 egg, 3 tbsp semolina, 3 tbsp breadcrumbs, 1 onion, 1 bunch of herbs, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion, sauté until golden, and finely chop the herbs separately. Mix all ingredients together and knead the meat mixture thoroughly. Form it into a loaf, place it in a pan, and bake the meatloaf for 45-50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F). For a golden crust, you can brush it with butter a couple of times during cooking.
6. Mushroom Meatloaf
Source: koolinar.ruIf you don't want to mix mushrooms with the ground meat, then layer them as a filling inside.
You will need: 1 kg ground meat, 1 egg, 30g rolled oats, 150g onion, 300g mushrooms, 2 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Grind the rolled oats and press the garlic. Finely chop the onion and mushrooms, and sauté them until cooked. Then let the onion and mushrooms cool and mix all ingredients. Place the meatloaf in a pan and bake in the oven for approximately 1 hour at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
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7. Turkey Meatloaf with Cognac and Hazelnuts
Source: malinika.ruThis meatloaf recipe is sure to delight even gourmets – it's very unusual.
You will need: 500g turkey fillet, 2 slices of white bread, 150ml 30% cream, 20g butter, 1 bunch of dill, 1 tsp grainy mustard, 2 tbsp cognac, 2 cloves garlic, 1 egg, spices, 40g hazelnuts, 40g dried porcini mushrooms.
Preparation: Soak the white bread in cream and mash until smooth. Pour boiling water over the dried mushrooms for 20 minutes, then drain and chop them. Pass the turkey fillet through a meat grinder, and mince the dill and garlic.
Separately, chop the hazelnuts, lightly toast them in a dry pan, pour in the cognac, and ignite. Grease a baking dish with butter. Mix all other ingredients together and place the mixture into the pan. Bake the meatloaf for 50-60 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
8. Healthy Meatloaf with Zucchini
Source: vkusnoclub.ruThis diet-friendly recipe is suitable even for those counting calories and adhering to a healthy diet.
You will need: 400g ground chicken or turkey, 1 zucchini, 3 tbsp semolina, 1 clove garlic, 2 eggs, 1 onion, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini and onion, salt them, let sit for 10 minutes, and drain excess liquid. Mince the garlic and herbs. Mix all ingredients and knead the meat mixture well. Let it rest for 10 minutes, place it in a pan, and bake the meatloaf for 45-50 minutes in the oven until cooked through.
9. Meatloaf with Ham and Cheese
Source: takiedela.ruFor an even brighter flavor and aroma, add some sun-dried tomatoes.
You will need: 500g ground meat, 1 egg, 80g hard cheese, 120g ham, 1 clove garlic, 120g onion, spices, 30g sun-dried tomatoes, 3 tbsp breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Mince the onion and garlic in a blender. Dice the ham and cheese finely, and chop the sun-dried tomatoes. Mix all ingredients together. If needed, add a little olive oil for the consistency of the meat mixture. Place it in a pan and bake the meatloaf for 45-60 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F) in the oven.
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10. Meatloaf with Prunes and Nuts
Source: za-edoy.ruAn exquisite French meatloaf recipe, perfect for a festive table.
You will need: 500g ground pork, 250g ground veal, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, 3/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1 egg, 1/2 cup broth, spices, 1/2 cup prunes, 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup pine nuts.
Preparation: Toast the nuts in a dry pan and chop them. Soak the prunes in hot water for 10 minutes and then chop them finely. Grate the onion and garlic and sauté until golden. Mix all ingredients together and beat the meat mixture. Place it in a pan, sprinkle with more nuts, and bake for about 50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
11. Liver Meatloaf
Source: mirtesen.ruInstead of breadcrumbs, you can use crushed dried bread or crackers.
You will need: 500ml milk, 180g breadcrumbs, 250g liver, 200g onion, 150g carrots, 250g ground pork, 65g semolina, 3 eggs, spices.
Preparation: Pour warm milk over the breadcrumbs and let them soak. Mince the onion, grate the carrots, and sauté until golden. Mince the sautéed vegetables along with the liver in a meat grinder or with a blender. Mix and thoroughly knead all ingredients. Place in a pan and bake the meatloaf for 50-60 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
12. Chicken Meatloaf with Bran
Source: malinika.ruTo prevent it from being too dry, we recommend using thigh fillet.
You will need: 1 kg chicken fillet, 300ml milk, 100g cornstarch, 100g bran, 3 eggs, spices.
Preparation: Mince the chicken and 100ml of milk in a blender. Pour 200ml of warm milk over the bran and let it soak for 20 minutes. Mix all ingredients together and thoroughly beat the meat mixture. Place it in a pan and bake the meatloaf for approximately 50 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius (400°F).
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13. Meatloaf in a Multicooker
Source: youtube.comOf course, a multicooker won't produce a standard rectangular loaf, but does that really matter?
You will need: 600g ground meat, 2 onions, 1 egg, 2 tomatoes, 150g hard cheese, spices, 20g ketchup, 50g herbs.
Preparation: Mince and sauté the onion until golden. Finely chop the herbs. Grate a few tablespoons of cheese, and dice the rest finely. Mix the ground meat, onion, egg, herbs, spices, and cheese cubes.
Firmly pack everything into a greased multicooker bowl. Spread ketchup on the surface, arrange tomato slices, and sprinkle with grated cheese. Select the "Bake" mode for 50 minutes. After the program finishes, leave the meatloaf in the closed multicooker for another 15 minutes.
14. Meatloaf with Rolled Oats
Source: pinterest.comQuick-cooking oats are best for this recipe.
You will need: 1 kg ground meat, 2 onions, 1 bunch of parsley, 3 cloves garlic, 1 egg, 100g rolled oats, 120g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Grate the cheese, finely chop the parsley and garlic, mince the onion, and mix all ingredients together. Form a loaf and bake the meatloaf for 45-55 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius (400°F) in the oven.
15. Yeast Meatloaf
Source: dzen.ruIts peculiarity lies not only in the use of yeast but also in the fact that it's made from cooked meat.
You will need: 500g cooked or smoked pork, 5 slices of white bread, 3 tbsp flour, 5 eggs, 3 cloves garlic, spices, 100ml milk, 20g dry yeast, 6 tbsp broth or water, 1 tbsp sugar, 1/2 bunch of herbs.
Preparation: Mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar, and let them sit in a warm place for 20 minutes. Finely chop the pork. Mince the white bread and soak it in broth. Chop the herbs, whisk the eggs, press the garlic, and mix all ingredients together. Firmly pack the mixture into a pan, let it rise in a warm place for 15 minutes, and then bake the loaf in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F) for about 45 minutes.