Isn’t that always the case with meatloaf? It tastes (a lot) better than it looks?
Even the photo (below) from the Cabot website (where I found the recipe) doesn’t look very appetizing– at least not to me! But, I swear, tonight’s dinner was delicious. Mal even referred to the meatloaf as “unbelievable.” š
As usual, I didn’t follow the recipe exactly. I used up all of the onion on the Coconut-Ginger Carrots this afternoon, so I substituted green bell pepper. And I didn’t have Monterey Jack cheese, so I used the shredded sharp cheddar that was in the fridge. Both substitutions worked out just fine.
The meatloaf might not look it, but it really tasted awesome. I promise.
For dessert, Mal and I finished off the leftover Apple Crisp from last night. This stuff does not last long in our house!
Now, we’re chilling on the couch while Murphy is sleeping with a duck in his eye.
Good night, folks! š
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It’s hard to make meatloaf look good- but I bet it was. One of my fav comfort foods!
Most of the food I cook looks terrible… all that matters in the taste, right? š
Meatloaf is the BEST! Definitely my favorite comfort food. I ate it almost EVERY SINGLE day during my ed recovery. Yum!
Murphy is so sweet š
Meatloaf never “looks” good — but it almost always tastes awesome. It is the ultimate comfort food!
Meatloaf sure isn’t the prettiest meal, as you said . . . but I love it! I usually make turkey meatloaf at my house — it’s 93% lean and often on sale.
We’re totally a meatloaf family !! I have a few versions that I make in a muffin pan for mini loafs(Al la Florentine & Southwestern). Love that they’re easy to wrap and go for lunches and quick dinners… Making the leftovers into snadwiches is SO yummy!!
http://whatscookinwithmary.blogspot.com/2010/08/mini-meatloafs-la-florentine.html
http://whatscookinwithmary.blogspot.com/2010/07/mini-southwestern-meatloafs.html
I love meatloaf, no matter how ugly it is!
Murphy looks about the same as my pup right now. She has a teddy bear toy cuddled up against her face. š
Meet loaf always looks so gross, but it’s pretty tasty.
I haven’t had meatloaf in a very long time! You are right though, it is not a pretty dish. My mom loves leftoer meatloaf sandwiched between two slices of bread!
I actually think it looks pretty good!
My rule is that taste > looks. So that totally works for tonight’s dinner!
Gosh Murphy is so super cute! Even with a duck under his eye!
Meatloaf was a staple in my house when I was growing up, I don’t think I’ve ever cooked it since leaving home. Might try that this weekend
meatloaf NEVER looks appetizing! i have a few recipes on my blog for to variations and I almost hate to post pictures in fear of turning people OFF! I believe ya, though!
i just started eating meat again and meatloaf is coming up soon. I think meatloaf always looks really good.
Oh Murph, get that duck outta your eye…crazy pug š
Hi Tina,
I am a college student and an avid reader of your blog. I am going to Boston this weekend and was wondering if you had any recommendations for fun/inexpensive places to eat or any suggestions for fun Boston activities!
YOM! i was just thinking the other day that i need to make meatloaf soon…love the stuff!
I have tried soooooo hard over the years to love meatloaf. But for some reason I have a tough time with it. I try though! And seriously, how adorable is Murph! Love him!
I will totally have to try that meatloaf. My 3yr old would LOVE the turtle plate! He is on a huge turtle kick. Were did you get it? I so miss the New England foliage and temps. Its Kimball’s time when I come for a visit in April! I miss that too š
I looooove meatloaf! I realize it’s incredibly unhealthy, but I don’t even care. There’s almost nothing better than my mom’s meatloaf smothered in ketchup with mashed potatoes and gravy on the side! I think this one looks pretty good, too, and will have to give it a try asap! Mmmmmmm…
i’ve never been a huge fan of meatloaf (i’ll only eat my mom’s!), but maybe i will give it another chance š
We had a “it tastes better than it looks” meal tonight too!
I love when my delicious food is ugly!!! Because generally that means “more for me”. Unfortunately, I think my husband is on to me….
…lucky for him, though š
Hi That meatloaf actually does look good. I made a really great turkey meatloaf on Sundat that was really good.
http://applesandtwinkies.blogspot.com/search/label/Sunday%20dinner
i actually love meatloaf despite it’s looks:-) great comfort food!
Meatloaf is definitely one of those meals that you start eating with your nose and not your eyes. Looks like you all had a great night!
I don’t think meatloaf could every look aesthetically pleasing. Kind of like sloppy joes or cabbage casserole. š
But its the messy dishes that usually taste ah-mazing.
(p.s. Murphy is adorable, as always. š )
We had meatloaf tonight too at my in-laws house. I hated meatloaf growing up, but it is starting to grow on me, but I agree it isn’t growing on me because of its pretty factor!
Glad to know I’m not the only one who struggles with getting meatloaf to look photogenic haha!
meatloaf looks yum..
I am new to your blog, but already a huge fan. LOVE the Murphy posts. He’s is such a cute dogger! So much personality!
MEAtloaf is quite possibly one of my favorite foods int he whole world, but shoudl be kept simple IMO. chuck, eggs, onion/shallot/garlic/parsley salt oven done š
Feel free to take over my kitchen and make this when you’re in SF.
“Tastes better than looks” is how most of my food turns out. LOL I rarely have photogenic foods!
I make a TON of foods that look like a pile of mush but I swear taste amazing
I’m actually always surprised by how much I love meatloaf! It’s the perfect hearty meal for cold weather. š
Thanks for trying a recipe from our site! It sounds like it came out great, which is always good to hear š Thanks for your support!
~Jacquelyn
Yum!
P.S. Your dog is adorable š
Your meatloaf looks great but it looks like it’d be even better with some ketchup š
Isn’t it cute when dogs sleep with their toys? Like they’re afraid someone is going to steal it. This Travelers commercial makes me smile every time.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5G7bGBUlx2M