Beyond Basic Meatloaf Food

CLASSIC MEATLOAF

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
• Combine the meatloaf mix, breadcrumbs, parsley, eggs, onion, garlic, 1/4 cup of the ketchup, 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix together until well combined.
• Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and form it into a compact oval-shaped loaf about 9 inches by 5 inches. Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes.
• Stir the brown sugar together with the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire in a small bowl for the glaze. Brush the top and sides of the meatloaf all over with the glaze. Return to the oven and bake until the glaze starts to caramelize and a thermometer inserted in the center of the meatloaf registers 160 degrees F, about 25 minutes more. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

BEYOND BASIC MEATLOAF

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 360 degree.
• Add bread pieces into a large mixing bowl. Add milk and mix, allowing bread to soak up the milk. (Soy milk works fine as well).
• Add all the rest of the ingredients and hand mix thouroughly. If it seems too moist, add more bread chunks.
• Spray two 4x9 loaf pans with cooking spray.
• Divide the meat mix into 2 and add to the loaf pans, pressing mixture in evenly.
• Bake with the loaf pans on a cookie sheet for 1 hour, or until meat is thoroughly done.
• When completely cooked, remove from oven and let stand a few minutes. Drain off fat.
• Serve with a favourite gravy or sauce over.