Here’s a comforting and flavorful Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf recipe—a fun twist on classic meatloaf using Stove Top stuffing mix for extra flavor and moisture. 🍞🥩
🍖 Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb ground beef (or mix of beef and pork)
- 1 box Stove Top stuffing mix (any flavor, about 6 oz)
- 1 cup water or milk (for stuffing mix)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
2️⃣ Prepare the Stuffing
- In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup water or milk to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in Stove Top stuffing mix. Let it cool slightly.
3️⃣ Make the Meatloaf Mixture
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, pepper, salt, Worcestershire sauce, and half of the prepared stuffing.
- Mix gently until evenly combined.
4️⃣ Shape and Fill
- Press half of the meat mixture into the loaf pan.
- Spread the remaining stuffing over the meat.
- Top with remaining meat mixture or press it lightly on top.
5️⃣ Add Topping
- Spread ketchup over the top of the meatloaf for a classic glaze.
6️⃣ Bake
- Bake 50–60 minutes until the meatloaf is cooked through (internal temp ~160°F / 71°C).
7️⃣ Serve
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or corn.
💡 Tips
- For extra moisture, add ½ cup shredded cheddar to the meat mixture.
- You can make mini meatloaves in a muffin tin for faster cooking.
- Stove Top stuffing adds great flavor, but you can also use homemade stuffing for a more traditional taste.
If you want, I can also give a slow-cooker version of Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf—hands-off and super tender. Do you want me to do that?
