Creole-Style Meatloaf Recipe Loaded with Flavor

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey reduces fat content while maintaining moisture.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are often less expensive.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Tomato paste can be used for a richer flavor at a lower cost.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Water can keep the mixture moist without adding calories.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Chop the andouille sausage finely, aiming for about 1/2 cup.

Dice the bell pepper, aiming for about 1/2 cup.

Prepare the onion by cutting it into small pieces, then add it to the bowl with the bell pepper and andouille sausage.

Add 1/2 cup of dry, day-old cornbread to the mixture.

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.

Sprinkle in the chopped vegetables and cornbread mixture.

Add 1/4 cup of milk and 2 whisked eggs to the meat mixture.

Season with bacon sea salt and mix everything together until just combined.

Cooking Techniques

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