31St Year Meatloaf Recipe

Celebrate 31 years of marriage with this perfected meatloaf recipe! This isn't your grandma's meatloaf. Inspired by Cook's Illustrated, we unlock the secret to juicy, flavorful all-beef meatloaf: Knox unflavored gelatin. It replaces the moisture-retaining properties of veal, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 235 kcal
Protein 36g
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Ingredients for 31St Year Meatloaf

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How to Make 31St Year Meatloaf

  1. Sprinkle 1 packet (1 tablespoon) Knox unflavored gelatin over 1/4 cup cold beef broth. Let it bloom for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine 2 lbs ground beef, 1 cup quick-cooking oats, 1 medium onion (finely chopped), 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon garlic salt.
  3. In a separate bowl whisk together the bloomed gelatin mixture and 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce.
  4. Add the gelatin mixture to the ground beef mixture and gently combine. Do not overmix.
  5. Transfer the meatloaf mixture to a greased 13x9 inch baking pan, patting it into a loaf shape.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
  7. Pour the ketchup mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

27g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make 31St Year Meatloaf?

31St Year Meatloaf takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in 31St Year Meatloaf?

31St Year Meatloaf has approximately 235 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for 31St Year Meatloaf?

The key ingredients for 31St Year Meatloaf are Ground Beef, Oatmeal, Eggs, V8 Vegetable Juice, Unflavored Gelatin, Worcestershire Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.

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