Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 slice

white bread

crusts removed

0.5 cup

milk

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

yellow onion

finely chopped

1 rib

celery

finely chopped

2 cloves

garlic

minced

2 unit

carrots

peeled and finely grated

1 lb

ground sirloin

0.5 lb

ground pork

2 unit

eggs

0.25 cup

parsley

roughly chopped fresh

2 tbsp

Dijon mustard

1 tbsp

coarse salt

0.5 tbsp

fresh ground pepper

0.5 lb

smoked bacon

thinly sliced

1 lb

fingerling potato

scrubbed

4 unit

leeks

white and light-green parts only, split in half lengthwise and rinsed well

0.5 cup

light-brown sugar

packed

1 tbsp

dry mustard

Coleman's (yellow)

1 tsp

tomato paste

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2
~4 min

Cut bread into 1-inch cubes and place in a small bowl.

Step 3
~4 min

Pour milk over bread and let soak for 5 minutes.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Add chopped onion, celery, and minced garlic to the skillet.

Step 6
~4 min

Cook until vegetables are soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

In a large mixing bowl, combine grated carrots, soaked bread mixture, ground sirloin, ground pork, eggs, chopped parsley, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 9
~4 min

Add the cooled onion mixture to the bowl.

Step 10
~4 min

Mix all ingredients well using your hands or a rubber scraper.

Step 11
~4 min

Place mixture in an ungreased baking dish or roasting pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~4 min

Shape the mixture into a 5x12 inch loaf.

Step 13
~4 min

Overlap bacon slices across the top of the meatloaf, covering it completely.

Step 14
~4 min

Arrange scrubbed fingerling potatoes and halved, rinsed leeks around the meatloaf in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 15
~4 min

Season the potatoes and leeks with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 16
~4 min

In a small bowl, combine packed light-brown sugar, ground mustard, and 2 tablespoons of water.

Step 17
~4 min

Stir in tomato paste to create a glaze.

Step 18
~4 min

Brush the meatloaf all over with the glaze.

Step 19
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven, brushing with glaze every 15 minutes, until juices run clear when the loaf is pierced with a two-pronged fork and the bacon is crisp, approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Step 20
~4 min

Let the meatloaf cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 21
~4 min

Serve with the potatoes and leeks on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier glaze, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Ensure the meatloaf is cooked through to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed Potatoes

Green Beans

Dinner Rolls

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often associated with family dinners.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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