Effortless Stove Top Meatloaf (Printable Format)

Hearty, juicy dish made fast with stuffing mix and basic ingredients. Perfect for easy weeknight meals.

# What's Needed:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
02 - 1 box (6 ounces) Stove Top stuffing mix (any flavor)
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 cup water

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a standard loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, dry stuffing mix, eggs, and water. Mix thoroughly by hand or with a spoon until evenly blended.
03 - Press mixture gently into prepared loaf pan, ensuring even distribution and eliminating air pockets.
04 - Bake for 45 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F and cooked through.
05 - Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses just four easy-to-find ingredients
  • Saves time—prep takes only 10 minutes
  • Incredibly budget-friendly for families
  • You skip the usual chopping since all the seasoning is in the stuffing mix
02 -
  • Makes a moist meatloaf with minimal cleanup
  • Adaptable to many flavor options by simply changing the stuffing variety
  • Freezes well for meal prep or leftovers
03 -
  • Do not overmix the meat mixture which can make it dense Instead mix until just combined for the most tender results
  • If you like a crispy top broil for one or two minutes at the end of baking Keep a digital thermometer on hand to check doneness since ovens can vary and you always want the center at a safe temperature
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