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After it is done we slice it and put the sauce and cheese on the individual slices. (That way if you have a traditionalist they can still do the ketchup) Very good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-06-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Peapod0114"},"reviewBody":"I liked this recipe, it was yummy there are only a couple things I would change\/add. I loved the sauce and cheese on top I think if you added some of the sauce in your original mixing it would give it and even yummier flavor! I would put only one egg in there if you go with adding more sauce. If you are a garlic person you could also add some of that in mix as well. All around though I good recipe, and easy to follow. Next time I think I will try some of that deliciousness that was suggested on the top too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"wi.il.cook"},"reviewBody":"I made this for the first time about 5 yrs ago. I thought it was the BEST meatloaf in the world!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-05-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Debglass11"},"reviewBody":"Great weeknight dinner! I used panko crumbs instead of crushed saltines and marinara sauce instead of pizza sauce because that's what I had on hand. For the meat mixture, I used 1\/2 cup of milk, along with 1\/2 cup of marinara sauce and cut back on the salt. I also spooned the marinara sauce over the meatloaf at the beginning of baking time. Family loved it! Will definitely make again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-06-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"2124arizona"},"reviewBody":"This is the first meatloaf out of TOH that I fell in love with. The combination of flavors here cannot be beat!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2008-12-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tattooedsuess"},"reviewBody":"This was pretty easy to make, and tasted way better than what I expected. I will definately be making this one again. Thanks Darlis!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"scrapnslater"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was very easy to prepare and it was loaded with flavor. Instead of real onion, I used 1 tsp minced onion and did not include the bell peppers or mushrooms. 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Several family members and friends have asked for the recipe as well and I gladly share!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"passeyhead"},"reviewBody":"I love this recipe BUT I changed it to make it better. It ALWAYS disappears! Use 1 pound of beef and 1 pound of Country Pork Sausage. Leave out the salt (unless you feel that you really need it). Instead of saltine crackers, use Ritz Crackers. 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This is the first meatloaf out of TOH that I fell in love with. The combination of flavors here cannot be beat!!<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"06\/24\/2017 23:41","GUID":"3D83199F1B5245A6AB3CC4A59E807D6A","MemberId":845443,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"2124arizona","SubmittedDate":"06\/24\/2017 23:41"},{"Comment":"

Great weeknight dinner! I used panko crumbs instead of crushed saltines and marinara sauce instead of pizza sauce because that's what I had on hand. For the meat mixture, I used 1\/2 cup of milk, along with 1\/2 cup of marinara sauce and cut back on the salt. I also spooned the marinara sauce over the meatloaf at the beginning of baking time. Family loved it! Will definitely make again!<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"05\/31\/2017 21:29","GUID":"31dcaa09edad45389b6020e69a12956c","MemberId":6300479,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Debglass11","SubmittedDate":"05\/31\/2017 21:29"},{"Comment":"

This recipe is wonderful,I made it with Italisn sausage and venison<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"04\/04\/2017 15:47","GUID":"9226b38825ae4618ba068a27066dcc00","MemberId":9125337,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Nancy","SubmittedDate":"03\/31\/2017 08:48"},{"Comment":"

I made this for the first time about 5 yrs ago. I thought it was the BEST meatloaf in the world!<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"","GUID":"184a58280d32441ba5a40f01515df08b","MemberId":7665507,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"wi.il.cook","SubmittedDate":"02\/10\/2014 20:57"},{"Comment":"

I love this recipe BUT I changed it to make it better. It ALWAYS disappears! Use 1 pound of beef and 1 pound of Country Pork Sausage. Leave out the salt (unless you feel that you really need it). Instead of saltine crackers, use Ritz Crackers. It is so moist and has a really good flavor.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"08\/30\/2013 20:43","GUID":"12ca8b56cbe24f2f98dfb5d56eef8c17","MemberId":7392057,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"passeyhead","SubmittedDate":"08\/30\/2013 20:43"},{"Comment":"

I liked this recipe, it was yummy there are only a couple things I would change\/add. I loved the sauce and cheese on top I think if you added some of the sauce in your original mixing it would give it and even yummier flavor! I would put only one egg in there if you go with adding more sauce. If you are a garlic person you could also add some of that in mix as well. All around though I good recipe, and easy to follow. Next time I think I will try some of that deliciousness that was suggested on the top too!<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"06\/09\/2013 23:29","GUID":"7f28844463ca4e00821a670e990056ec","MemberId":7145890,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Peapod0114","SubmittedDate":"06\/09\/2013 23:29"},{"Comment":"

I never liked meat loaf as a kid and now when I make this recipe my kids love it. I use ground venison instead of beef and italian bread crumbs for the crackers. After it is done we slice it and put the sauce and cheese on the individual slices. (That way if you have a traditionalist they can still do the ketchup) Very good.<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"12\/29\/2011 10:54","GUID":"61edac8da9c5477db9ac65205da417cb","MemberId":1537566,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"beckihomecki","SubmittedDate":"12\/29\/2011 10:54"},{"Comment":"

This is my go-to meatloaf recipe. I have been making it for several years now, ever since I found the recipe in a Taste Recipes booklet in the magazine rack at the grocery store. I don't change a thing with the recipe. Several family members and friends have asked for the recipe as well and I gladly share!<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"09\/07\/2011 10:39","GUID":"e0cd9aa41b034fe1b45906ddfc3f130a","MemberId":6132257,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"runningal262","SubmittedDate":"09\/07\/2011 10:39"},{"Comment":"

This recipe was very easy to prepare and it was loaded with flavor. Instead of real onion, I used 1 tsp minced onion and did not include the bell peppers or mushrooms. Since I didn't have sliced mozzarella, I sprinkled shredded on top. It was great<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"08\/16\/2011 13:22","GUID":"92925a198d65449c8a497e1f9b7d752a","MemberId":6155154,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"scrapnslater","SubmittedDate":"08\/16\/2011 13:22"},{"Comment":"

This was an excellect recipe. Very tasty and easy to make. Even my daughter who does not enjoy meatloaf, loved it .<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"03\/16\/2010 18:33","GUID":"b1c0d30879a348279af52146bb432042","MemberId":1867504,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cynthiaelliott","SubmittedDate":"03\/16\/2010 18:33"},{"Comment":"

This was pretty easy to make, and tasted way better than what I expected. I will definately be making this one again. Thanks Darlis!<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"12\/29\/2008 17:13","GUID":"06fbfd7075ea49db8e8cba57d16d81ab","MemberId":3440418,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tattooedsuess","SubmittedDate":"12\/29\/2008 17:15"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51678,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? 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