Good Ol' Meatloaf


Hi Reader,

I've been making this meatloaf for years, and it's one of those recipes that just works. Simple, satisfying, and the kind of thing that makes dinner feel easy even on busy nights.

๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ Here's my tried-and-true meatloaf recipeโ€‹

Now, here's the thing about meatloaf - it's all about the little details that make it extraordinary instead of just "meh":

๐Ÿฅฉ The Meat Mix โ€“ I like using 85/15 ground beef as it has enough fat and flavor, but not too much to make the meatloaf greasy. Some people add pork, but honestly, good beef does the job just fine.

๐Ÿฅฉ Simple Glaze โ€“ I keep it really simple with ketchup and brown sugar.

๐Ÿฅฉ Keep It Moist โ€“ Saltine crackers mixed with beef broth, plus some diced onion and bell pepper. Nothing fancy, just what works.

๐Ÿฅฉ Bake it on a sheet pan โ€“ excess fat drains away, leaving you with juicy meatloaf full of flavor (not grease)

The whole thing takes about an hour in the oven, and you've got dinner sorted with some leftover for sandwiches tomorrow.

If you prefer a video demonstration, you can watch me make this meatloaf, along with mashed potatoes and a side of peas, for a delicious meal.

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Happy Cooking,

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Tanya Harris

Owner of My Forking Life

Cooking up delicious meals with love and flavor
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Hi, I'm Tanya, creator and owner of My Forking Life LLC. I provide all kinds of delicious recipes that focus on Southern and Caribbean cuisines. I also love kitchen gadgets and have many popular recipes made in air fryers, slow cookers, and pressure cookers.

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