Meatloaf

Here is a classic family favorite. Meatloaf is a great way to save money with simple and inexpensive ingredients.

This meatloaf recipe is a simple effective way to feed a family. This recipe will be a family favorite after the first bite. One way you can make this your favorite is by adding your favorite herbs. If you’re not a fan of the sauce you can substitute your favorite barbecue sauce.

Therefore this is not only an easy recipe but a versatile one.

Onions or shallots

I like to saute the onions first, which adds flavor and precooks the onions to reduce some of the harsher flavors that can be associated with them.

Carrots

Grated carrots add moisture and fiber. I use these to keep the meatloaf on the lighter side and keep it juicy.

Lean Ground Beef

I have tried this recipe with 80% lean ground beef and there seems to be a lot of grease at the bottom of the loaf pan, however, using 90% lean ground beef there is noticeably less fat.

Oatmeal

The quick cooking oats will absorb fat and keep it in the meatloaf.

Worcestershire sauce

This is a flavor enhancer! I like the way this flavors the meat. Because there is a little liquid, and helps keep it juicy.

Here is a Rice dish that goes well with it.