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Best Ever Meat Loaf
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Instructions
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Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and ground black pepper in a large bowl. Add crumbled bread and stir until dissolved. Mix ground beef, onion, Cheddar cheese, and carrot into bread mixture; transfer mixture to a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
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Combine brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard in a small bowl; spread over the meat mixture.
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Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 60 to 75 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Moisture Magic š¦The milk and eggs are crucial for keeping your meatloaf tender - never skip or skimp on these binding ingredients.
- Cheese Distribution Technique š§Fold the shredded cheddar gently into the meat mixture to ensure even cheese distribution without overworking the meat.
- Caramelized Glaze Perfection šÆMix the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard early to let flavors meld, creating a more complex and rich surface glaze.
- Bread Crumb Pro Tip šUse day-old bread for crumbs to absorb moisture more effectively and prevent the meatloaf from becoming dense.
- Vegetable Moisture Balance š„Gently squeeze excess moisture from shredded carrots before adding to prevent a watery meatloaf texture.
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Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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