How to Make Meatloaf California - A Step-by-Step Guide

Meatloaf California is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests. This recipe takes the classic meatloaf and gives it a California twist with the addition of fresh vegetables and a tangy glaze.

Meatloaf is a beloved comfort food that has been a staple in American households for generations. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, but this Meatloaf California recipe takes it to the next level with the addition ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ¾ cup diced red onion
  • ½ cup diced green bell pepper
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 cup quick cooking oats, or as needed
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons brown mustard
  • ½ teaspoon liquid mesquite smoke flavoring
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with aluminum foil.
  • In a large bowl, mix the beef, onion, green bell pepper, celery, eggs, soy sauce, and ketchup. Season with basil, parsley, oregano, garlic powder, and 2 teaspoons pepper. Mix in 1/2 cup oats. Gradually mix in remaining oats 1/4 cup at a time until the beef mixture is firm but not stiff. Transfer to the prepared baking pan, and form into a loaf shape.
  • In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, ketchup, brown mustard, mesquite smoke flavoring, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and paprika. Drizzle evenly over the meat loaf.
  • Bake meat loaf 1 hour in the preheated oven, or to a minimum temperature of 160 degrees F (72 degrees F).
  • Nutrition

    247 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 788mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 80mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 371mg