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Pizza Meatloaf Muffins. Pizza, Meatloaf... why choose between them... just make Pizza Meatloaf Muffins.

Pizza Meatloaf Muffins

I made these as a fun dinner with mash potatoes and broccoli and it was a hit with the hubby and kids. Juicy, Tender Meatloaf - Chew Out Loud. My boys had a blast trotting through our kid-swarmed neighborhood this Halloween.

Juicy, Tender Meatloaf - Chew Out Loud

Two decked out Twins players and one little lion. Plus friends in tow. Each year, their pace gets harder for us to keep up with. They brought home way too many treats, plus some loot for Mommy (chocolate.) But we’re obviously not camping out on candy here. My plan to share a sweet treat this week was sadly derailed by technical difficulties. So here’s something deliciously savory. This is the meatloaf my family inhales; I can count on even my pickiest eater to clean his plate. We’re talking juicy, tender, moist meatloaf. Savory, tangy, and sweet…the sauce is reminiscent of a simple BBQ sauce. Easy, deeply satisfying, and perfect fall/winter comfort food. Enjoy! P.S. Or, if you’re looking for the perfect side dish to this classic American meatloaf, these roasted herb red potatoes and uber creamy mac ‘n cheese are sure hits for the ultimate comfort-meal.

Juicy, Tender Meat From: Chew Out Loud. Bacon Blue Cheese Meatloaf - Whats Cooking With Ruthie. Greek Chicken Meatballs - Foxes Loves Lemons. Does anyone else feel like New Years Eve is always such a letdown?

Greek Chicken Meatballs - Foxes Loves Lemons

Sometimes, I think I’m better off just staying home on the couch. If I go to some organized “party,” I have to pay for entry, pay more for drinks, and then awkwardly stand around with a few friends (but mostly a bunch of strangers) just kind of waiting for midnight. Kiss, go home. Hooray? To remedy this situation, some friends and I occasionally travel for the holiday – two years ago I was in Savannah, and last year I was in New Orleans.

L-a-m-e. Ingredients For the Meatballs: Nonstick cooking spray 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/3 cup minced white onion 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried mint 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 pound ground chicken For the Yogurt Sauce: 1 cup Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper For the Garnishes: Crumbled feta cheese Finely chopped English cucumber Instructions. Meatloaf Recipe. It was a typical Sunday.

Meatloaf Recipe

I would wake to the sound of my parents preparing breakfast. My mom would mix the batter for pancakes or waffles and my dad would cook the bacon or sausage. We would sit together at the table and start the day with conversation and special Sunday breakfast. Later in the day would be our Sunday Supper. Meatloaf with Browned Butter Mashed PotatoesThyme of Taste.

Along with the cooler weather and shorter days, comes that longing for comfort foods.

Meatloaf with Browned Butter Mashed PotatoesThyme of Taste

Maybe like your mother used to make, or maybe a dish from one of your favorite restaurants…whatever comfort food means to you, now is the season. Summer gardens are being tilled up, the last of the vegetables are canned, the kids are very settled into their school/sports schedules, and the holidays are on everyone’s minds! We have had one of the most beautiful Fall season’s here in Oregon. Our Fall season is always nice, but this year it has been one of THE BEST in a long time!

The leaves are bright and vivid, like fireworks on all the trees. Swedish Meatballs. Sometimes I go to IKEA just because I’m hungry for Swedish Meatballs.

Swedish Meatballs

Yes, it’s true! Do you remember the first time you ate them? My first IKEA experience was back in the spring of 1999, when I was living near my sister and her husband in Illinois. I was newly engaged to my extra-tall (he’s 6′-7″), dark, and handsome Blake, and we were planning our wedding for later that same fall. The ceremony was set to take place outdoors, on my parents’ farm in South Dakota. My vision for the evening’s reception included tiki torches lit along the length of the driveway, with twinkle lights strung overhead in the garage and zig zagging through the front yard’s autumn tree limbs. Spicy, Sticky, Sweet, Asian Meatballs. Teriyaki Meatballs. Crispy Baked Meatballs (with Secret Spinach!) Swedish Meatballs. Nothing beats homemade meatballs smothered in a creamy gravy sauce, and yes, they taste so much better than the IKEA version!

Swedish Meatballs

Remember those trips to Ikea where the budget-friendly furniture finds are the last things on your mind but all you can think about are those amazing swedish meatballs? Well, that was always me. But since we’ve moved to the Bay Area, our nearest Ikea is in the middle of the most trafficked area in the entire city so it’s really hard to get my swedish meatball fix when needed. Thankfully, I’ve found a homemade version that tastes even better than the original. Meatballs in Homemade Enchilada Sauce. Good Old Fashioned Meatloaf » Lisa G Cooks - A Lifestyle Guide that Teaches Healthy Cooking; for the Experienced and Novice Cook.

Mozzarella Stuffed Homemade Meatballs. Jalapeno Jack Meatloaf with Creamy Mushroom Sauce. Did you guys get any Sandy action this weekend?

Jalapeno Jack Meatloaf with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

We did. Wind, rain, and power loss – oh my! Fortunately the Northern, VA area didn’t get hit nearly as hard as NJ and NY, and we only lost power for about a day. With all the wine and snacks we stocked up on before the storm, and full charges on both our iPhones and laptops, it really wasn’t too hard to ride out the storm. Sure, the heat in our building isn’t on yet, so it was pretty cold during the storm. ‘Super Evil’ Bacon Meatballs. I would like to ask my cardiologist to forgive me for what I am about to do … When ever you see a show about ‘extreme’ cuisine, or read an article about the ultimate (Insert Food Item Here), there is a pretty good chance that the ‘extreme’ item will include some bacon.

‘Super Evil’ Bacon Meatballs

Bacon has reached almost mythical status in the food world. Its presence in a recipe can create instant appeal and desirability. Swedish Meatballs. Easy homemade Ikea meatballs. Who doesn't love going to Ikea?

Easy homemade Ikea meatballs

Even though the experience is fun, our favorite part of the whole trip is the delicious food!