CLASSIC SOUTHERN MEATLOAF RECIPE! #southerncooking

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide a healthier option, while crushed crackers can be more budget-friendly.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: sugar-free ketchup

💰Cheaper: tomato sauce

Sugar-free ketchup reduces calories, while tomato sauce can be a lower-cost alternative.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade barbecue sauce

💰Cheaper: no sauce

Homemade options can be healthier, and skipping sauce saves money.

In a bowl, combine 2 lbs of ground beef with 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, 2 teaspoons of beef bouillon, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup of chopped onions, 1/2 cup of chopped bell pepper, and 1 cup of breadcrumbs.

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Lightly spray a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with cooking oil.

Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in the baking dish.

Bake the meatloaf for 45 minutes.

Prepare the glaze by mixing 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, and approximately 1 cup of ketchup in a bowl.

After 45 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and drain excess grease.

Glaze the meatloaf with the prepared sauce and return it to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes.

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