I’m a big fan of meatloaf because it’s fairly easy to make and leaves you with a butt-load of leftovers which are great for sammies, crumbled and mixed into pasta, or just as is. This time around I decided to experiment with my original stuffed meatloaf recipe, but in the crockpot. I think this is now my preferred method!! I used extra lean beef which is key, so there isn’t too much extra fat in the pot. It comes out super moist and perfectly formed because the temperature is low enough that the gooey cheese in the middle doesn’t have time to escape like it sometimes tries to do!
Give it a try, this one’s a keeper!
The ingredients where pretty much the same as the original:
- 2.25 lb extra-lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 8 oz crimini mushrooms
- 1/2 cup Italian-style panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup liquid egg whites
- salt, pepper, TJ’s 21-seasoning salute, garlic powder, herbes de provence
- 4-6 slices of fontina or mozzarella cheese
Sauté onion and mushrooms until golden. Mix all ingredients, except for cheese in a large bowl. Place half the mixture in the bottom of a 5-6qt crockpot. Place the cheese down the middle and then top with rest of meat mixture. It will look very big, but will cook down. Cook on low for 4.5-5 hours and enjoy! I also squirted a little ketchup on top.
I served mine with some roasty toasty veggies – fingerling potatoes, sweet potatoes, zucchini – drizzle with olive oil and spices and bake at 425 F for about 45 min.
And that’s it! This was great for leftovers 🙂
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I almost forgot about the $50 WholeFoods Giftcard winner!!! Well, I had about 4 entries, thank you so much to all of you who entered, it really means a lot to me.
Random.org did the hard work for me and the winner is . . . .
1 – Gelareh from Nutritious Foodie!!!
Congrats!! As many of you know Gelareh was also training for the MS -150 bike ride, but unfortunately her knee wouldn’t cooperate to do the ride, but she trained so hard, raised a great amount of funds for MS and is looking forward to her next ride after her surgery and recovery. She has some killer recipes and photography as well!
This week has been kind of crazy and it probably won’t slow down till Chris and I leave for the LiveStrong Century in Napa! Oh my gosh, it’s only another 3 freakin’ weeks, yikes!! I’m kind of starting to freak, but I’m still waiting for my bike that will hopefully fit, and I’m trying to figure out when I’m going to have time to train during the week since I can’t ride to work now and the weather’s heating up here. I’m thinking on the days I don’t have to be at work at 7am, I’m going to have to get up at 4 am, ride from 4:30-5:45 and then scramble to get ready for work. And of course I have to fit in some longer rides on the weekend. I’d like to get at least 70 miles in the weekend before to feel somewhat prepared and confident 🙂
This weekend is my good friend (from 4th grade and college!) is having her bachelorette party and wedding so I am super excited for them!!! They’ve actually been together for 10 years already and they were both friends with Chris (my fiancé) in high school and actually introduced me to Chris in college! It should be really fun, but I’m still on the fence whether I should drink or not, but as of now I don’t have a bike, right? hehe I’m sure I’m a super light weight now since I haven’t had anything for about 2.5 months?
I may be running around like a crazy person tomorrow to help decorate the bachelorette party room after work, so I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
Check out SwankyRD who’s giving away a pretty swanky purse for her 6 month blogiversary!
Have you ever been to a bachelorette/bachelor party? Any crazy stories you’d be willing share? 🙂 What’s a good bachelorette gift?
Meatloaf looks like a fast and easy recipe. Love the pairing with roasted veggies.
Hope you have fun @ your bachelorette party this weekend! The last one I went to was for one of my roommates, and it was a lot of fun!
Comment by Emily — April 22, 2010 @ 4:37 pm
For some reason making meatloaf has always intimidated me. My mom has an amazing recipe that I loved when I was young, but I haven’t eaten it in years! Your recipe has inspired me to give meatloaf a shot!
Have fun at the bachelorette party!
Comment by Sara — April 22, 2010 @ 5:36 pm
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I love bach parties! Mine was great, until I puked in the limo on the way home. Yikes…
Comment by Jessica @ How Sweet — April 22, 2010 @ 8:03 pm
I have never been a big fan of meatloaf, but this one sound pretty good. Thanks for the recipe.
Comment by runnerforever — April 23, 2010 @ 5:14 am
Not a bad idea to use the crock pot. i really need to dig mine out.
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your meatloaf looks great and yes so many wonderful leftovers! ooohhhh how exciting a century in Napa-what a great weekend!
Comment by kalli@fitandfortysomething — April 23, 2010 @ 9:20 am
What a perfectly comforting meal! I will have to make some roasted veggies to accompany my next lentil loaf.
Comment by BroccoliHut — April 23, 2010 @ 12:46 pm
It’s about time those two get married! 🙂 Have fun Kristen. And the meatloaf looks good, I will have to try it in the crockpot.
-Allen
Comment by Allen — April 23, 2010 @ 2:14 pm
Awesome! I looooove my crock pot. Just posted a recipe for applesauce in the slow cooker. Yum.
Comment by Carrie (Love Healthy Living) — April 23, 2010 @ 8:34 pm
Used to love meatloaf as a kid! This recipe looks great! Have a great weekend on your bach party!
Comment by Erica — April 24, 2010 @ 6:08 am
That meatloaf looks delish! I have never tried making meatloaf. I should give it a whirl.
Hope you have a great bachelorette and wedding weekend!
Comment by Kristen (swanky dietitian) — April 24, 2010 @ 11:38 am
I love meatloaf!! It is so versatile and you can create it in so many fun ways!!!
Comment by Kelly @ Healthy Living With Kelly — April 24, 2010 @ 4:43 pm
I’ve never thought of putting cheese into meatloaf, but that is a great idea! Yum!
I hope you have a wonderful time at the bachelorette party! 🙂
Comment by Jessie — April 24, 2010 @ 6:33 pm
I am not usually a meat eater…but I will say, I LOVE meatloaf, and I haven’t had it in forever. I have some ground turkey in my freezer right now. You’ve totally inspired me!
Btw…the ketchup on top is essential for good meatloaf!
Comment by Lily @ Lily's Health Pad — April 25, 2010 @ 7:16 pm
That meatloaf looks amazing! I will be making it!
My bachelorette party was one of the best nights of my life! Lingerie is always the best bacherlorette party gift! I’m excited for some of my friends to get married off so I can be on the planning end of things 🙂
Comment by Nicole, RD — April 26, 2010 @ 8:04 am
Yum yum and yum. This meatloaf looks like a great idea and I love roasted veggies as the side!
Comment by bhealthier — April 28, 2010 @ 5:04 am
Haven’t tried meatloaf in the crockpot, but glad to know it works. I’m always looking for new things to cook in mine. It makes like much easier.
Comment by Lori — April 29, 2010 @ 4:39 am