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Flavor Bomb Meatloaf with Rich Tomato Sauce Recipe Revealed!

A delicious and hearty meatloaf packed with flavor, topped with a rich tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef or a mix of beef & pork
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs panko or regular
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can 15 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar to balance acidity
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes optional, for heat

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let soak for 5 minutes.
  3. Add ground meat, onion, garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, Parmesan, parsley, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined (don’t overmix).
  4. Form mixture into a loaf shape and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or loaf pan.
  5. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
  6. In a saucepan, heat olive oil. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic.
  7. Stir in tomato paste, cook 1–2 minutes.
  8. Add crushed tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15–20 minutes until thickened.
  9. After 45 minutes of baking, remove meatloaf and spoon some tomato sauce over the top.
  10. Return to oven and bake another 15 minutes, until cooked through (internal temp 160°F / 70°C).
  11. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra rich tomato sauce spooned over each slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the meatloaf mixture.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to maintain its juiciness.
  • This meatloaf can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.

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