Cowboy Cornbread Meatloaf recipes
This recipe guides you in creating a savory Cowboy Cornbread Meatloaf. It combines ground beef with egg, cornbread stuffing, and seasonings like garlic powder and Lawry's. Optional mushrooms and onions add depth, all finished with a sweet honey BBQ sauce glaze, making it a hearty and flavorful main course for dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Loaf Pan Standard 9x5 inch
- 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 Mixing Spoon or Spatula
- 1 Instant-Read Thermometer (recommended for checking doneness)
Ingredients
Main
- * 16 ounces ground beef
- * 1 egg
- * 1 package of cornbread stuffing
- * 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- * 1 teaspoon Lawry’s seasoning
- * 1/3 -1/2 cup sliced canned mushrooms
- * 1/2 cup diced onions optional
- * 1/2 cup honey bbq sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, entire package of cornbread stuffing, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon Lawry’s seasoning.
- Add the 1/3-1/2 cup sliced canned mushrooms and 1/2 cup diced onions (if using) to the mixture.
- Gently mix all ingredients by hand or with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Form the mixture into a compact loaf shape and carefully place it into a standard loaf pan.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and evenly spread the 1/2 cup honey BBQ sauce over the top.
- Return the meatloaf to the oven and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the glaze is bubbly and slightly caramelized.
- Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice and serve hot.
Notes
1. Do not overmix the meatloaf ingredients; gently combine until just incorporated to prevent a tough texture. The cornbread stuffing will provide excellent binding and moisture.2. For deeper flavor, consider briefly browning the ground beef before mixing, though this recipe doesn't explicitly require it. Drain any excess fat before combining with other ingredients.3. The honey BBQ sauce creates a delicious glaze. Apply it during the last 15-20 minutes of baking to allow it to caramelize without burning.4. Always rest the meatloaf for at least 10 minutes after baking. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a more tender and flavorful slice.