Meaty Meatloaf

Commonly seen on vintage ads for TV dinners and canned food, meatloaf is an American classic that rose to popularity in the 1890s. During this era, industrial-scale meatpacking technology was developed and spread throughout the country, resulting in an abundance of meat scraps. These scraps were best chopped and ground, then softened and seasoned to be made into burger patties, meatballs and in the most symbolic member of this culinary family — the meatloaf. This dish became ever more important during the Great Depression, as families were forced to stretch their meals with limited ingredients. Goods like pre-packaged bread, crackers, and oatmeal became popular as they are used as fillers that would bulk-up the meatloaf and provide the moisture it needs. Try your hands at creating this American culinary classic with this simple recipe! Firstly, cut a few slices of bread into pieces, sliced some onions and garlic, then blend them all together. Next, mix the blended mixture with mixed vegetables, minced meat, an egg, MAGGI® CukupRasa™, paprika, mustard and tomato sauce. Press the mixture onto a loaf pan and bake them at 200℃ for 40 minutes — grilling, toasting and baking are healthy cooking methods that do not require much oil. Prepare the glaze for the meatloaf by mixing tomato sauce, mustard and vinegar, brown sugar and stirring it well in a bowl. Once the meatloaf is ready, brush the glaze over the loaf before slicing it. Meaty and filling, it pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes and vegetables — you can also enjoy it with rice if you like! Discover a variety of recipes for family favourites such as Seafood Combo ala Shellout, Grilled Lamb with Vegetable and Scrumptious Chicken Casserole at MAGGI®.

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