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Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf

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This stove top stuffing meatloaf recipe is an easy-to-make twist on classic meatloaf.

Close up of stove top stuffing meatloaf with box of meatloaf in background.

Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf

This recipe is so good! It’s also received really great reviews! Boxed stove top stuffing is used as a shortcut that decreases time but creates wonderful flavor!

The stuffing is mixed with ground beef, eggs, onion, spices and milk. Add all the ingredients together, mix thoroughly, shape into a loaf and bake. Then make the zesty ketchup topping, and spread overtop and bake again. It’s super easy and a great family-friendly recipe.

Recipe ingredients including box of stove top stuffing, raw ground beef on plate, and bowls with eggs, ketchup, chopped onion and milk.

Recipe Ingredients

Two overhead images in one: 1. All the ingredients added to a steel bowl. 2. All the ingredients mixed.

How To Make Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf

Full ingredients and instructions are also in the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post.

STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray (to prevent sticking).

STEP 2: Add 1 ½ lbs lean ground beef, 1 box stove top stuffing mix, 1 cup finely diced onion, 2 eggs, and ⅓ cup milk to a large bowl and mix together thoroughly. The egg and milk should be evenly coated with the ground beef.

Two overhead images in one: 1. Meatloaf packed into a loaf pan. 2. Meatloaf flipped onto a baking sheet covered with foil.

STEP 3: Lightly spray a loaf pan with non-stick spray and pack in the ground beef mixture. Then flip the loaf pan to place the meatloaf on the baking sheet (without the loaf pan). Using a baking sheet creates a more crispy meatloaf crust.

STEP 4: Bake uncovered and without the sauce for 40 minutes.

Two overhead images in one: 1. Meatloaf is baked. 2. Sauce is added to the top.

STEP 5: While meatloaf is baking, make the sauce in a bowl by mixing ¾ cup ketchup and 1 Tbsp white vinegar. Once the meatloaf has cooked for 40 mins, remove from oven and top it with the ketchup glaze.

Place back in the oven and bake another 10-30 minutes, or until fully cooked and beef is no longer pink inside. A meat thermometer is the easiest way to tell when meatloaf is done. The internal temperature should reach 160°F.

Two overhead images in one: 1. Finished meatloaf is on a plate, sliced into four pieces with a fork on the side. 2. Closeup of sliced meatloaf.

STEP 6: Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving so that the internal juices distribute evenly.

Stove top stuffing meatloaf on a white plate with box of stove top stuffing and bunch of parsley beside it.

Recipe Tips

  • If you want a crispy outer shell, cook the meatloaf on a baking sheet and not in the loaf pan. However, a loaf pan is helpful to create the shape of the meatloaf which can then be transferred to baking sheet.
  • Do not use extra lean ground beef. Lean ground beef has the perfect fat content and will produce a moist and tender meatloaf.
  • Save money on ground beef by cutting it with canned lentils, or using a pork/beef mixture, it tastes just as amazing. Swap beef with ground chicken or ground turkey.
  • The ground beef must be coated evenly with bread crumbs, eggs, and milk for the loaf to stick together properly.
  • Large chunks of onion will prevent the loaf from sticking together so it’s important to dice the onion small for best results.
  • If you want to incorporate veggies, add 1 cup of frozen peas, corn, or carrots.
  • Try BBQ sauce in place of ketchup and vinegar for a smoky taste.
  • You can bake two meatloafs on one baking sheet at the same temperature for the same length of time as one.

How to store leftovers

  • Refrigerate – Cooled meatloaf can be stored in the fridge for 4-5 days.
  • Reheat Leftovers – Leftovers can be heated in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
  • Freeze – Consider doubling this recipe to make two meatloaf at the same time, and freeze one for later. First, wrap it in foil and then store in a large freezer bag. Remove as much air as possible from the bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
  • Reheat from frozen – Frozen meatloaf wrapped in foil can be baked at 350°F for 30-40 minutes. Spread fresh ketchup sauce topping in the last 10 minutes before serving.
Slices of meatloaf on a plate with a fork and box of stove top stuffing and bunch of parsley beside it.

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Stove top stuffing meatloaf with box of stove top and parsley in the background.

Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf

This recipe uses a boxed stuffing mix as a shortcut to add flavor and texture to the meatloaf. The stuffing mix is combined with ground beef, eggs, and milk to create the perfectly flavored moist meatloaf!
4.60 from 5 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray (to prevent sticking).
  • Add 1 ½ lbs lean ground beef, 1 box stove top stuffing mix, 1 cup finely diced onion, 2 eggs, and ⅓ cup milk to a large bowl and mix together thoroughly. The egg and milk should be evenly coated with the ground beef.
  • Lightly spray a loaf pan with non-stick spray and pack in the ground beef mixture. Then flip the loaf pan to place the meatloaf on the baking sheet (without the loaf pan). Using a baking sheet creates a more crispy meatloaf crust.
  • Bake uncovered and without the sauce for 40 minutes.
  • While meatloaf is baking, make the sauce in a bowl by mixing ¾ cup ketchup and 1 Tbsp white vinegar. Once the meatloaf has cooked for 40 mins, remove from oven and top it with the ketchup glaze.
  • Place back in the oven and bake 10-30 minutes, or until fully cooked and beef is no longer pink inside. A meat thermometer is the easiest way to tell when meatloaf is done. The internal temperature should reach 160°F.
  • Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving so that the internal juices distribute evenly.

Recipe Notes:

  • Refrigerate – Cooled meatloaf can be stored in the fridge for 4-5 days.
  • Reheat Leftovers – Leftovers can be heated in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
  • Freeze – Consider doubling this recipe to make two meatloaf at the same time, and freeze one for later. First, wrap it in foil and then store in a large freezer bag. Remove as much air as possible from the bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
  • Reheat from frozen – Frozen meatloaf wrapped in foil can be baked at 350°F for 30-40 minutes. Spread fresh ketchup sauce topping in the last 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 282mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 192IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg

The nutritional information provided is an estimate and is per serving.

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Recipe Rating




ALU

Thursday 12th of December 2024

Not anywhere near safe internal temperature after the 50 minutes of cooking. So far, it's cooked an extra 20 minutes and wasn't ready yet. It smells really good though!

Andi

Sunday 15th of December 2024

Thanks for sharing how yours went. Mine took 50 mins but ovens can certainly vary. It's good to know that for some people it may take up to 20 extra minutes. I will add this note to the recipe. Thanks

Emily

Wednesday 16th of October 2024

This is my go to recipe for meatloaf now! Comes out perfect everytime! Makes awesome meatloaf sandwiches the next day, if there is any leftover ;)

Angela

Tuesday 11th of June 2024

Nutrition is off a good bit, but excited to try this!

Angela

Sunday 10th of March 2024

Added mushrooms and grated swiss cheese for mushroom swiss meat loaf. Very good.

Lyn

Sunday 14th of January 2024

Why does it show ketchup in the bowl with mixture for meatloaf but in instructions only uses ketchup in sauce to pour over? Does some ketchup get added to loaf?

Andi

Monday 15th of January 2024

No it's just use for the sauce topping