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Cajun Spiced Beef Meatloaf

A flavorful and hearty meatloaf infused with Cajun spices, perfect for a comforting family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Base
  • 1 lb ground beef preferably 80/20 for moisture
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs can use panko for extra crunch
  • 1 large egg binds the mixture
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Cajun Spice Mix
  • 1 tbsp paprika smoked paprika adds depth
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • 1 tbsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp salt
Topping
  • 1 cup ketchup for glazing
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce adds umami

Method
 

Prepare the Meatloaf
  1. Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, and minced garlic.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the Cajun spice mix ingredients.
  4. Add the spice mix to the meat mixture and combine thoroughly.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
Bake the Meatloaf
  1. In a small bowl, mix ketchup and Worcestershire sauce, then spread it over the top of the meatloaf.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160?F (70?C).
  3. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans for a complete meal.

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