Creole Meat Loaf
Savor the bold and hearty flavors of Creole Meat Loaf, a delicious twist on the classic comfort food that brings a taste of Louisiana to your table. Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, this meatloaf is infused with the "Holy Trinity" of Southern cooking—green bell peppers, onions, and celery—along with aromatic seasonings like Creole spices, smoked paprika, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce. Topped with a perfectly balanced sweet-and-spicy ketchup glaze, this dish bakes to tender perfection in just an hour. Whether paired with creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice, this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. Perfectly seasoned, irresistibly juicy, and packed with Southern charm, Creole Meat Loaf is guaranteed to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 0.5 pounds ground pork
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.75 cups breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 tablespoons Creole seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.75 cups ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced green bell pepper, onion, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cooked vegetable mixture, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as it can make the meatloaf dense.
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly to form a loaf shape.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and hot sauce (if using). Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables for a comforting meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3123 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.8 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.4 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1072 mg | 357% | |
| Sodium | 5856 mg | 255% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.4 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.1 g | ||
| Protein | 206.9 g | 414% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 616 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 3627 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
