There’s something deeply comforting about a good meatloaf and this Southern Spice Meatloaf takes that classic comfort straight to the heart of Southern kitchens. It’s a meal that’s packed with bold spices, rich savory flavor, and just the right touch of warmth. This dish is where homestyle cooking meets a little extra soul. It’s the kind of meal that brings folks to the table fast and keeps them coming back for seconds.
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Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Chopping board
- Large saucepan
- Tablespoon
- Teaspoon
- Loaf tin
Ingredients
- Tomato ketchup x 2 tbsps
- Tamari x 2 tbsps
- Mince beef x 500g
- Onion x 1
- Courgette x 1
- Carrot x 1
- Ground flax seed x 4 – tbsps
- Mild chili powder x 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika x 1 tsp
- Cayenne pepper x 1/4 tsp
- Garlic powder x 1 tsp
- Onion powder x 1 tsp
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Pour enough oil onto the baking tray to cover the base.
- Peel and grate the courgette and the carrot.
- Next peel, slice and dice the onion.
- Set these ingredient to aside.
- Put the mince beef into a large mixing bowl.
- Along with the tomato ketchup, tamari, grated courgette, grated carrot, ground flax seed mild chili powder x 1 tsp, smoked paprika x 1 tsp cayenne pepper x 1/4 tsp, garlic powder x 1 tsp, onion powder x 1 tsp and salt and pepper to taste.
- Dampen your hands and scrunch these ingredients together.
- Set these ingredients aside.
- Grab your loaf tin and add oil to the base.
- Brush the oil across the base and around the sides of the tin.
- Place the Parma ham or bacon across the base of the tin and up the sides too.
- Put the meat mixture in the middle of the tray and flatten it until it reaches the sides.
- Now put the extra ham over the top of the meatloaf.
- Place the meatloaf in the fridge for a couple of hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C or gas mark 6 and put a baking tray in at the same time.
- Once the oven has preheated carefully remove the baking tray from the fridge.
- Place the tray back into the oven.
- Cook for about 25 – 30 minutes or until the meat is golden brown and the juices run clear.
- Serve with mash and veggies.
- Then enjoy.
Whether you’re serving it up for Sunday supper, a cozy weeknight dinner, or leftovers that somehow taste even better the next day, this Southern Spice Meatloaf delivers comfort in every bite. Pair it with your favorite sides, pour yourself something cold, and enjoy a dish that feels like home. Some recipes are more than food, they’re memories in the making.
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