Smooth Herbed Meatloaf Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredibly flavorful and juicy Smooth Herbed Meatloaf! A little extra prep yields a tender, herb-infused masterpiece that's perfect for family gatherings or a special treat. The savory blend of herbs and vegetables complements the rich ground beef beautifully. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 169.5 kcal
Protein 27g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Smooth Herbed Meatloaf

  • Olive Oil
  • Mushroom
  • 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1/2 medium carrot (diced)
  • 1/2 celery stalk (diced)
  • No Added Salt Tomato Paste
  • No Salt Added Tomato Sauce
  • Angostura Low Sodium Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 green bell pepper (diced)
  • Ground Sirloin
  • Quick Cooking Oats
  • 1 large egg
  • Dried Rosemary
  • Dried Thyme Leaves
  • Serrano Peppers
  • Black Pepper

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How to Make Smooth Herbed Meatloaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sauté 8 oz sliced mushrooms, 1/2 medium onion (chopped), 1/2 medium carrot (diced), 1/2 celery stalk (diced), 1 jalapeño pepper (minced), and 1/2 green bell pepper (diced) until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add 2 cloves garlic (minced) and sauté for 1 minute more.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.5 lbs ground beef, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Add the vegetable mixture from the skillet to the meat mixture and combine thoroughly.
  7. Transfer the meatloaf mixture to a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 1 hour, basting with 4 ounces tomato sauce after 30 minutes.
  9. Let the meatloaf stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

14g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Smooth Herbed Meatloaf?

Smooth Herbed Meatloaf takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 95 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Smooth Herbed Meatloaf?

Smooth Herbed Meatloaf has approximately 169.5 calories per serving, with about 27 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Smooth Herbed Meatloaf?

The key ingredients for Smooth Herbed Meatloaf are Olive Oil, Mushroom, Onion, Carrot, Celery, No Added Salt Tomato Paste. See the full list with measurements above.

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