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9 of the Best Meatloaf Recipes You’ll Ever Try

If you love a savory meatloaf dinner, these are the best meatloaf recipes going. Give them a try and thank us later.

Meatloaf is one of those classic dishes that can seemingly be so polarizing – you either truly love the stuff or you think of it as a dried out brick of beef.

My big kids absolutely love meatloaf. One year they even begged for it for Christmas dinner so it quickly became our own quirky Christmas tradition.

From the traditional meatloaf preparation to modern twists packed with flavor, these are the very best meatloaf recipes you’ll every try. Thank me later!

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Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf Photo
Nora Rusev
Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf Recipe
This bacon wrapped meatloaf is the definition of pure comfort food! This classic dinner recipe gets upgraded with loads of yummy flavors thanks to tons of veggies and a bacon wrapping – the best way to serve this family meal!
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Thai Chili Mini Meatloaf Photo
Tanya Schroeder
Thai Chili Mini Meatloaf Recipe
Trust me when I promise you that these Thai chili mini meatloafs are sweet and spicy delectable bites of heaven. They’re made in a muffin pan and covered in a sauce with a little Thai flair making them as easy to serve as they are to eat.
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Barefoot Contessa Meatloaf Recipe Pic
Cyd Converse
Barefoot Contessa Meatloaf Recipe
This copycat Barefoot Contessa meatloaf recipe is the definition of a true crowd favorite! Ina Garten’s meatloaf recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. If you love a traditional meatloaf recipe, this is the one to try.
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Greek Turkey Zucchini Meatloaf Photo
Nora Rusev
Greek Turkey Zucchini Meatloaf Recipe
Our Greek turkey zucchini meatloaf is a flavorful spin on the classic comfort food. Stuffed with feta and juicy from all the shredded zucchini, this upgraded main dish will definitely become a new staple in your dinner rotation.
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Paleo Meatloaf Photo
Amanda Livesay
Paleo Meatloaf Recipe
This is our favorite Paleo meatloaf recipe. If you’ve never made a Paleo meatloaf before, you will not understand the level of frustration that comes with it. It’s draped in bacon, flavorful and about to become your favorite meatloaf recipe.
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Gluten Free Teriyaki Meatloaf Photo
Brianna Hobbs
Gluten Free Teriyaki Meatloaf Recipe
This gluten free teriyaki meatloaf recipe is a meal guaranteed to bring happiness to the whole table. Everyone will want seconds! It’s a classic meatloaf recipe dressed up with a sticky, savory, sweet Asian teriyaki sauce that is irresistible.
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Instant Pot Gluten Free Teriyaki Meatloaf Photo
Brianna Hobbs
Instant Pot Gluten Free Teriyaki Meatloaf Recipe
This Instant Pot gluten free teriyaki meatloaf recipe is a quick comfort food dinner the entire family will love. Cooking meatloaf in an Instant Pot helps it stay juicy plus it makes it easy enough to make on any given weeknight. Give it a try!
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Gluten Free Slow Cooker Meatloaf Photo
Brianna Hobbs
Gluten Free Slow Cooker Meatloaf Recipe
Our gluten free slow cooker meatloaf is your favorite comfort food now in a gluten free recipe that’s also made in the slow cooker – a total win-win! Forget everything you know about meatloaf made with breadcrumbs then baked. This versatile and delicious meatloaf recipe is truly a game changer.
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Instant Pot Meatloaf with Garlic Mashed Potatoes Photo
Katie Jasiewicz
Instant Pot Meatloaf with Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Our Instant Pot meatloaf recipe made with garlic mashed potatoes is truly comfort food. Make a side of vegetables while the meat and potatoes cook and dinner is served! Your family will feel like royalty after eating this meal.
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