🍽️🔥 Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 6–8):
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1 box (6 oz) Stove Top stuffing mix (any flavor, but savory herb or chicken work great)
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1 cup hot water
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2 lbs ground beef (can sub half with ground turkey or pork)
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup ketchup (plus more for topping)
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1 small onion, finely diced (optional)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
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Salt & pepper to taste
🔪 Instructions:
1. Preheat oven:
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Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
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Lightly grease a loaf pan or line with parchment.
2. Prepare stuffing:
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In a large bowl, combine stuffing mix and 1 cup hot water.
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Let sit for 5 minutes to soften.
3. Mix meatloaf:
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Add ground beef, eggs, ketchup, onion, garlic powder (if using), salt, and pepper to the stuffing.
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Mix with your hands or a large spoon until well combined — don’t overmix.
4. Shape and bake:
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Press mixture into a loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a lined baking sheet.
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Spread a layer of ketchup or BBQ sauce on top if desired.
5. Bake:
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Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
6. Rest and slice:
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Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing — this helps the juices redistribute.
🍴 Serving Suggestions:
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Mashed potatoes and green beans
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Roasted carrots or corn
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Gravy on the side or drizzled on top
🧊 Storage:
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Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days
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Freezes well in slices for meal prep — just reheat in the oven or microwave
Would you like a muffin tin version for mini meatloaves, or a cheese-stuffed twist?
