15 Top-Rated Meatloaf Recipes

close up view of a sliced Classic Spicy Meatloaf garnished with fresh herbs on a platter
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If you think all meatloaf tastes the same, you're so wrong. Even classic ketchup-topped recipes vary from cheesy to herby to subtly sweet. Here are 15 top-rated meatloaf recipes you won't forget.

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Glazed Meatloaf

Glazed Meatloaf
miapark

It's topped with a sweet-and-sour glaze made from lemon juice and mustard.

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Tantalizingly Tangy Meatloaf

Tantalizingly Tangy Meatloaf
jsan

The tangy trick? A small scoop of pineapple preserves.

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Mini Meatloaves

Mini Meatloaves
KGora

Kids will love having their own personal meatloaf. This recipe has oats to help stretch the meat and lower the calorie count.

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Brown Sugar Meatloaf

meatloaf
Cooking Monster Bryan

A little dash of ground ginger adds flavor to this basic meatloaf.

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Rempel Family Meatloaf

Rempel Family Meatloaf
cookin'mama

Cheddar cheese mixed into the meat makes this meatloaf extra moist.

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Turkey and Quinoa Meatloaf

Turkey and Quinoa Meatloaf
Allrecipes Magazine

"I always found turkey meatloaf to be quite disappointing. The flavor is usually lacking as well as the texture. Well, I have developed this version that has a great texture and a surprisingly good flavor. My brother couldn't even tell that it wasn't beef! The secret is the quinoa, which adds wonderful texture and is much nuttier than breadcrumbs," Andrew Benoit says.

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Italian Style Turkey Meatloaf

Italian Style Turkey Meatloaf
Sugarplum

Italian seasoning and seasoned bread crumbs give this meatloaf a Mediterranean flair.

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Classic Spicy Meatloaf

Classic Spicy Meatloaf
naples34102

Spicy ground pork sausage gives this version the perfect amount of heat.

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Best Ever Meat Loaf

Best Ever Meat Loaf
ALAN

"This was absolutely the best meatloaf I have ever made, or had for that matter, in my life. I highly recommend it. The savory-sweet glaze is fantastic! My whole crew normally puts ketchup on everything. Not one of them reached for it," Donna says. "Amazing!"

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A Firefighter's Meatloaf

A Firefighter's Meatloaf
Cookies

Dijon mustard, salsa, and barbeque sauce pack plenty of flavor into this meatloaf.

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Kid-Friendly Italian Turkey Meatloaf

Kid-Friendly Italian Turkey Meatloaf
fabeverydayblog

"This is a delicious alternative to traditional meatloaf that tastes like meatballs and is very kid-friendly! Serve with pasta or mashed potatoes. You can also serve extra marinara on the side," Kathryn says.

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Easy Meatloaf

Easy Meatloaf on a white plate

This recipe lives up to its name. It calls for just 10 minutes of prep time.

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Cheeseburger Meatloaf

If you're cooking for a meatloaf skeptic, look no further than this cheesy take. It really does taste like a cheeseburger!

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Incredibly Cheesy Turkey Meatloaf

Incredibly Cheesy Turkey Meatloaf on a white plate

This easy, cheesy meatloaf boasts a rating of almost five stars from more close to 1,500 home cooks.

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The Best Meatloaf

The Best Meatloaf
Allrecipes

Steak sauce adds sweetness and tang, which complement hearty beef oh so well.

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