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Aunt Peggy's Old Fashioned Meat Loaf Recipe

This classic meatloaf recipe, adapted from Paula Deen's cookbook, is a family favorite! Juicy, flavorful, and perfect for meatloaf sandwiches the next day. This recipe easily feeds a family of 5 (recipe is doubled for larger families). Get ready for the ultimate comfort food!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 263.6 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Aunt Peggy's Old Fashioned Meat Loaf

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How to Make Aunt Peggy's Old Fashioned Meat Loaf

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine 2 lbs ground beef, 1/2 cup tomato paste, 1 medium onion (finely chopped), 1 green bell pepper (finely chopped), 1 cup rolled oats, 2 large eggs, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Shape the meatloaf mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
  5. Spread the ketchup mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (71°C). Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

24g

Carbs

6g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Ground Beef Recipes The Americas American Southern Baking

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Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation Easy Dietary Meat 3 Steps Or Less 4 Hours Or Less