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Meat Loaves With Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these incredibly juicy meat loaves, smothered in a vibrant homemade spaghetti sauce. Served over a bed of perfectly cooked spaghetti, this comforting classic is completed with a crisp Caesar salad and warm, garlicky bread. A delicious twist on the traditional meatball and spaghetti, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 237.3 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Meat Loaves With Spaghetti Sauce

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How to Make Meat Loaves With Spaghetti Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Add 1/2 cup of your favorite spaghetti sauce and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Shape the meatloaf mixture into two 8-inch loaves and place them in a lightly greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  6. Pour the sauce evenly over the meat loaves.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender meatloaf.
  9. While the meatloaf rests, cook your spaghetti according to package directions.
  10. Serve the sliced meat loaves over the spaghetti, generously topped with the remaining sauce.
  11. Serve immediately with a side of Caesar salad and garlic bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

19g

Carbs

4g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Sauces Condiments Etc Beef Dietary Ground Beef Meat 4 Hours Or Less