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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 in this recipe are crucial for keeping the meatloaf tender - never skip or skimp on these ingredients for maximum juiciness.
- Cheese Distribution Technique š§Fold the shredded cheddar cheese gently into the meat mixture to create pockets of melty goodness throughout the meatloaf.
- Glaze Game Changer š„Mix the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard early to allow flavors to meld, creating a more complex and caramelized topping.
- Binding Brilliance š„£Crumble the bread very finely and soak it briefly in the milk to create a panade that helps bind the meat and prevent a dense, tough texture.
- Even Baking Hack š„Use a loaf pan lined with parchment paper for easy removal and ensure even heat distribution around the entire meatloaf.
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Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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