Lipton Onion Meat Loaf Recipe
Introduction
This Lipton Onion Meat Loaf is a comforting and easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights. Made with simple ingredients and cooked slowly in a crockpot, it delivers tender, flavorful results without much effort.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¾ cup dry breadcrumbs
- 1 oz. packet Lipton onion soup mix
- 2 lbs. ground beef (12% fat recommended)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, ketchup, breadcrumbs, and Lipton onion soup mix using a spoon.
- Step 2: Add the ground beef to the mixture. Using clean hands, combine gently until just mixed—avoid overworking the meat.
- Step 3: Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in an oval slow cooker.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 5 hours.
- Step 5: Carefully ladle out and discard any fat that has accumulated around the meatloaf. Slice the meatloaf with care to avoid scratching the slow cooker.
- Step 6: Serve and enjoy your delicious meatloaf!
Tips & Variations
- For a glossier top, brush extra ketchup on the loaf before cooking or during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Swap ground beef for a mix of beef and pork for added flavor and moisture.
- Include finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to boost nutrition and texture.
Storage
Store leftover meatloaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through. For longer storage, freeze the meatloaf wrapped tightly for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I prepare this meatloaf ahead of time?
Yes, you can mix the meatloaf ingredients and shape the loaf ahead of time. Keep it refrigerated for up to 24 hours before cooking.
How do I freeze and cook this meatloaf later?
After mixing the loaf, place it into a zip-top bag inside a reusable foil pan to hold its shape, then squeeze out the air and freeze for up to one month. When ready to cook, thaw the frozen meatloaf in the refrigerator for about 36 hours, transfer it carefully to the slow cooker, and cook as directed.
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Lipton Onion Meat Loaf Recipe
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1x
Description
This Lipton Onion Meat Loaf recipe combines savory ground beef with the classic flavor of Lipton onion soup mix, all slow-cooked to perfection. Easy to prepare and packed with comforting flavors, it’s an ideal hearty meal that can be made ahead and frozen for convenience.
Ingredients
Meat Loaf Mixture
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¾ cup dry breadcrumbs
- 1 oz. packet Lipton onion soup mix
- 2 lbs. ground beef (12% fat recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the eggs, milk, ketchup, breadcrumbs, and the Lipton onion soup mix. Stir together thoroughly using a spoon.
- Add ground beef: Using clean hands, add the ground beef to the bowl and gently mix it with the wet ingredients until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Shape the meatloaf: Form the mixture into an oval loaf shape directly inside your slow cooker.
- Cook low and slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 5 hours, allowing the meatloaf to cook evenly and stay moist.
- Remove excess fat: After cooking, use a spoon to carefully ladle out and discard any fat that has accumulated around the meatloaf to reduce greasiness.
- Slice and serve: Cut the meatloaf into slices inside the slow cooker, being careful not to scratch the insert, then serve and enjoy.
- Freezing instructions: For freezer storage, prepare the meatloaf mix as directed. Place the mixture into a zip-lock freezer bag set inside a reusable foil pan to maintain shape. Remove excess air and seal the bag tightly. Freeze for up to one month.
- Cooking from frozen: Transfer the frozen meatloaf in its foil pan to the refrigerator for about 36 hours to thaw fully. Then, carefully flip the meatloaf into the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 5 hours, just like fresh.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat to keep the loaf tender and juicy.
- Using a slow cooker allows the meatloaf to cook gently and evenly without drying out.
- Removing excess fat after cooking helps make the dish less greasy.
- The recipe is freezer-friendly, perfect for meal prep or batches.
- When thawing frozen meatloaf, allow enough time for safe and even thawing in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: meatloaf, Lipton onion soup mix, slow cooker, comfort food, freezer meal, ground beef meatloaf
