CLASSIC MEAT LOAF

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BHG,Scott Peacock recipe, adapted as suggested. I happen to love Meat Loaf, and this recipe is one of my all-time favorites.

Provided by LeVert Thomas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 Loaf, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups onions, finely diced
1/2 cup celery, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/2 cup grated carrot
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
1/2 cup half-and-half
2 eggs
1 1/2 lbs ground chuck
1 1/2 lbs ground pork
4 slices bacon, finely chopped
1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • In large skillet heat butter until melted and foaming. Add onions and celery. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook three minutes, being careful not to brown.
  • Sprinkle thyme over onion mixture. Rub garlic and pinch of salt into paste; add garlic. Cook and stir until onions are tender and translucent. Stir in grated carrot; remove from heat. Cool completely. Meanwhile, soak bread in half-and-half. Lightly beat eggs.
  • In large mixing bowl combine ground meats, bacon, cooled vegetables, and bread crumb mixture. sprinkle the 1-3/4 teaspoon of salt and the pepper. Using hands, mix until well blended.
  • Turn mixture into rectangular baking dish. Using hands, shape into a 9x5 inch loaf. Make shallow indentation around sides.
  • For Ketchup Topping: Combine ketchup, brown sugar, and vinegar. Spoon over top of loaf. Bake on middle rack for 1 hour or until meat thermometer reaches 155°F Let rest 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599.9, Fat 36.7, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 209.1, Sodium 905.7, Carbohydrate 21.3, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 9.2, Protein 44

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