It doesn’t get much more classic comfort food than meatloaf! This is my small twist on the classic by adding in some bacon and making them pre-portioned. These Individual Meatloaves also bring together three types of meats to grown a depth of flavor your whole family is going to love.
Some people view meatloaf as just another way to eat a burger, when in reality they are not really that much the same. Meatloaf is a much denser and more moist preparation than a burger typically is, which is why it doesn’t need to be put on a bun. Also leftovers do make a great sandwich! I like the added bacon on top for a bit of crunch as well as the flavor.
I went full classic comfort meals when I served these meatloaves. Oven roasted asparagus that I drizzled with avocado oil and sprinkled with salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. I also slow baked some large russet potatoes (300degF for 3 hours) and served with butter, salt, pepper, cheddar cheese, sour cream and a sprinkle of chives. And don’t forget the dinner rolls!
Now Let’s Get Cookin’!
Individual Meatloaves
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 lb Ground Pork
- 1 lb Ground Chicken
- 1½ cup Breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Dried Minced Onions
- 1 15oz can Tomato Sauce
- 1 cup Chciken Broth
- ¼ cup Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 3 Large Eggs
- 6 slices Bacon cut in half
- ½ cup Ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400degF.
- In a large bowl, combine beef, pork, chicken, bread crumbs and dried onion.
- In another bowl, thoroughly combine tomato sauce, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, oregano, pepper and eggs. Add to meat mixture and combine. Divide into 8 portions.
- On a parchment paper lined baking sheet, form each portion of meat mixture into a small loaf. Drizzle each with ketchup and place two halves of bacon on top (crossed or side by side). Place in oven for 45 minutes.
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Oh man this looks so good!! Pinned! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party. Hope you have a fabulous week!!
Your individual meatloaves look wonderful. I’m saving the recipe and can’t wait to make them.
Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday, 587. We sure have enjoyed featuring your post this past week and hope you will come back to see us again some time!
Miz Helen