Easy Meatloaf Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats add fiber, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: tomato puree

💰Cheaper: homemade sauce

Tomato puree has no added sugars, and homemade sauce can be made at a lower cost.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal is a vegan option, while applesauce adds moisture and sweetness.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

In a large bowl, combine minced pork, soaked bread, and chopped onion.

Add salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to the mixture.

Mix until well combined, but do not overwork the meat.

Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.

Spread the tomatoes evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Sprinkle with additional oregano if desired.

Bake in the preheated oven for 60-75 minutes, until cooked through.

Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

For mashed potatoes, boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, then mash with butter and Parmesan cheese.

Cooking Techniques

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