Meatloaf is a great dish when done right. Not only is it considered one of the easiest main dishes to make in the kitchen but it has also been a popular meal for centuries and remains a budget-friendly option. You can use just a handful of ingredients to make a classic meatloaf. But creative home cooks can also take this dish to the next level with just a few personal vegetable additions or substitutions.
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The foolproof trick for perfect meatloaf
Of course putting your own spin on American comfort food often results in something amazing and downright delicious but sometimes it doesn’t. The good news is that there’s more than one way to make a delicious hearty loaf that your family will love — as long as you know what to avoid. So whether you want to deviate a little from traditional meatloaf recipes or stick to the basics there are several things you can do to make sure you don’t screw up your dinner. With that said here are some of the most common mistakes that can keep you from making the perfect meatloaf.
You have a few options when it comes to the type of meat you select for your meatloaf. From ground beef and turkey to sweet Italian sausage and meat alternatives the main ingredient in this recipe can be whatever you decide to make. However when going with beef the quality of the meat and the overall fat content matter. After all no one likes a dry bland meatloaf. While it may be tempting to choose lean ground beef for meatloaf you will be sacrificing overall flavor if you choose a protein with less than 15% fat.
Another reason fattier ground beef is better for meatloaf is because the extra fat content helps the dish hold its shape. For this reason ground beef with a fat content of 20% to 30% is your best bet. Even if you opt for turkey or Italian sausage you still want to aim for at least 15% fat. You can also add olive oil to your plant-based base or use Beyond Meat which typically has 14 grams of fat for a tasty crumbly vegan or vegetarian loaf.
