Never the Same Twice Meatloaf

Revolutionize your dinner routine with "Never the Same Twice Meatloaf"—a customizable twist on a classic comfort food! This versatile recipe lets you experiment with a variety of ingredients, like ground beef, pork, or turkey, and mix-ins ranging from breadcrumbs to oats or even cooked rice. Packed with flavor from grated veggies, garlic, and your choice of seasonings, it's designed to reflect your personal tastes every time you make it. Glazed with ketchup, BBQ sauce, or a savory tomato paste topping and optionally enriched with gooey melted cheese, this meatloaf delivers on both comfort and creativity. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to juicy perfection, it pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a dinner that’s as satisfying as it is unique. Perfect for busy weeknights or a hearty family meal, this adaptable recipe ensures your meatloaf is never the same—but always delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground meat (beef, pork, or turkey)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers, oats, or cooked rice)
• 0.5 cup milk (or broth or plant-based milk)
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup grated or finely chopped vegetables (carrot, zucchini, onion, or bell pepper)
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon seasoning of your choice (e.g., Italian herbs, smoked paprika, cumin)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 0.25 cup ketchup (or BBQ sauce or tomato paste)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheese (optional)
• 0.5 cup topping sauce (ketchup, BBQ sauce, or glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, grated vegetables, minced garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Add 1/4 cup of ketchup (or chosen sauce) and shredded cheese, if using, to the meat mixture. Mix thoroughly using your hands or a large spoon until well combined.

Step 4

Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet, or press it evenly into the loaf pan.

Step 5

Spread the topping sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf, creating a glaze.

Step 6

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.

Step 7

Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute and makes slicing easier.

Step 8

Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1692.3 grams (1692.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3440

Total Fat 216.60g	278%
Saturated Fat 89.50g	447%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 925mg	308%
Sodium 6348mg	276%
Total Carbohydrate 172.10g	63%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 68.70g
Protein 198.50g	397%

Vitamin D 116IU	579%
Calcium 972mg	75%
Iron 25mg	137%
Potassium 4216mg	90%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.8%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 20.1%