Here’s a delicious and easy Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf recipe that combines classic meatloaf with the comforting flavor of stuffing:
🍖 Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or half beef/half pork)
- 1 box (6 oz) Stove Top stuffing mix (any flavor, like savory herb)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup ketchup or barbecue sauce (for topping)
- Optional: 1/2 tsp dried thyme or parsley for extra flavor
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven: 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Prepare stuffing: In a small bowl, combine Stove Top stuffing mix with milk. Let it absorb for 2–3 minutes.
- Mix meatloaf ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, softened stuffing, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional herbs.
- Mix until just combined (avoid overmixing for a tender meatloaf).
- Shape and bake:
- Place the mixture into the loaf pan, pressing lightly to shape.
- Spread ketchup or BBQ sauce on top.
- Bake: 50–60 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and serve: Let meatloaf rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes, veggies, or a side salad.
🍽 Tips
- You can add 1/2 cup shredded cheese inside for a melty surprise.
- Swap out the stuffing flavor to match your favorite holiday style (herb, chicken, cornbread).
- For a crispier top, broil 2–3 minutes at the end of baking.
If you want, I can also make a “one-pan Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf” version where you cook it without a loaf pan for faster cleanup — it’s just as tasty. Do you want me to do that?
