Description
A juicy, savory meatloaf with a tangy twist from dill pickles and pickle juice. This flavorful comfort food classic is tender, moist, and bursting with bold flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
- 1/4 cup pickle juice
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped dill pickles, pickle juice, eggs, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Shape mixture into a loaf and place in prepared pan.
- Spread extra ketchup or a ketchup-pickle juice mix on top.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese or top with sliced pickles for extra tang.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Crushed crackers can replace breadcrumbs for a different texture.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of loaf)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
