When it comes to midweek meals, there’s nothing more comforting than a classic. Whether you’re wondering what to put in your meatloaf to stop it from falling apart, or looking for a stylish, modern take on the retro fave, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here. Here’s 8 retro recipes that prove meatloaf is still the king of comfort food.
My dad used to make it for us and I can recall thinking it was incredibly fancy to have all that gooey melted cheese hidden inside a lush meatloaf, says Naomi Sherman. This recipe is an edited extract from Edible Heirlooms by Naomi Sherman (from naomishermanfoodcreative.com).
“Mum’s favourite recipe with a few twists” - Hayden Quinn.
Cook me. Eat me. Do it again. This recipe is an edited extract from Yummy Easy Quick by Matt Preston, $39.99, Pan Macmillan, out 31 October.
Food snobs of the world pay heed. It’s time to put down your truffle grater and cast pretension aside – Matt Preston is here to give thanks to the ‘common as muck’ foods you secretly crave.
Still a family favourite, versatile meatloaf makes a tasty budget meal.
Make this glazed meatloaf ahead, then slice and serve with pickled vegetables in a baguette to make banh mi or with mashed sweet potato. If reheating, fry in a little oil to heat through, says Valli.
This pumpkin, chickpea and quinoa loaf with crispy sage is packed with some big nutrient players that make for a balanced meal in every slice. Freeze slices in sandwich bags and pop in the toaster for breakfast, or toast in the sandwich press and finish with labneh or boiled eggs, chutney and greens.
