Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf Recipe

This is my ALL-TIME FAVORITE meatloaf recipe – the one that sold out every night at our restaurant! Discover the secrets to unbelievably juicy, flavorful meatloaf. I've perfected this recipe over time, incorporating five key elements: sautéed vegetables for deeper flavor, fresh bread soaked in milk (no dry breadcrumbs!), fresh herbs whenever possible, a premium blend of beef, pork, and veal, and the crucial trick of *not* overmixing the meat. Served with creamy sour cream and chive mashed potatoes and perfectly pan-seared balsamic butter green beans, this is a true showstopper. Recipe easily adaptable for making two smaller loaves – perfect for freezing individual portions for future meals! Get ready to impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality meatloaf.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 419 kcal
Protein 55g
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Ingredients for Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf

  • Ground Beef
  • Ground Pork
  • Ground Veal
  • Onion
  • Celery
  • Carrot
  • Garlic
  • 4 slices fresh bread, cubed; 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup milk (additional to soak bread)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Steak Sauce
  • Fresh Marjoram
  • Fresh Thyme
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Butter
  • Ketchup
  • Brown Sugar
  • Cider Vinegar

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How to Make Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sauté the chopped onion, green pepper, and carrots in a pan until softened. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, soak the cubed bread in milk until softened. Squeeze out excess milk.
  4. In a separate large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, pork, and veal. Do not overmix!
  5. Add the sautéed vegetables, soaked bread, fresh herbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the meat. Gently combine until just mixed.
  6. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 105 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (71°C).
  8. While the meatloaf bakes, prepare the mashed potatoes: Mash the boiled potatoes with sour cream and chives.
  9. For the green beans: Pan-sear the green beans in butter until tender-crisp. Stir in balsamic vinegar at the end.
  10. Serve the meatloaf hot with the mashed potatoes and green beans. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

87g

Fat

42g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf?

Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf takes about 135 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 105 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf?

Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf has approximately 419 calories per serving, with about 55 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf?

The key ingredients for Sarasota S Classic Meatloaf are Ground Beef, Ground Pork, Ground Veal, Onion, Celery, Carrot. See the full list with measurements above.

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