Danish Meat Loaf

Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Danish Meat Loaf
45 min.
8
426kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Danish Meat Loaf, a dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and comforting textures. This dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch or dinner. With a hearty combination of ground beef, veal, and Italian sausage, this meat loaf is packed with protein and flavor, ensuring that every bite is a taste sensation.

The secret to this dish lies in the careful selection of ingredients, including the unique addition of pumpernickel bread, which adds a depth of flavor and a delightful texture. The blend of spices, including freshly ground black pepper and coarse salt, enhances the savory profile, while the Worcestershire sauce brings a touch of umami that elevates the entire dish. Whether you prefer sweet or hot sausage, you can customize this recipe to suit your taste, making it a versatile option for any occasion.

Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home, this Danish Meat Loaf serves eight, ensuring there's plenty to go around. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this hearty meal without any guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with this delicious and comforting main course that is sure to become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • tsp pepper black freshly ground
  • servings breadcrumbs plain homemade store-bought fine
  • tsp coarse salt 
  • large eggs 
  • cloves garlic minced
  • 0.8 lb ground beef 
  • 0.5 lb ground veal 
  • 0.8 lb ground sausage sweet italian canned (Sausage can be or hot. Guess what? I prefer hot.)
  • slices pumpernickel bread (Wild's Westphalian is perfect)
  • tbsp worcestershire sauce 
  • cup onion yellow minced finely chopped (not )

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • loaf pan
  • baking pan
  • wooden spoon
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
  2. Soak bread in warm water for 3 or 4 minutes. Squeeze out water and tear into pieces.
  3. Combine lightly beaten eggs, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper in small bowl. Using a big mixing bowl, mix bread and egg mixture together, then add onions, garlic, and the meats, and blend together with a wooden spoon or your hands.
  4. Pat into an oval or square baking dish or a loaf pan, then sprinkle with bread crumbs.
  5. Bake 1 to 1 1/4 hours or until instant-read thermometer registers 155°F.
  6. Remove from oven, pour off excess fat, and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories426kcal
Protein22.94%
Fat56.1%
Carbs20.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.63
Glycemic Load
6.1
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
16.400869628657%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
4.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:426.36kcal
21.32%
Fat:26.24g
40.37%
Saturated Fat:9.48g
59.22%
Carbohydrates:22.06g
7.35%
Net Carbohydrates:19.63g
7.14%
Sugar:2.08g
2.31%
Cholesterol:132.26mg
44.09%
Sodium:1234.18mg
53.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.14g
48.28%
Selenium:31.7µg
45.29%
Vitamin B3:6.78mg
33.91%
Vitamin B1:0.48mg
31.78%
Vitamin B12:1.82µg
30.39%
Phosphorus:278.98mg
27.9%
Zinc:4.12mg
27.49%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.86%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
23.94%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.16%
Iron:3.26mg
18.12%
Potassium:468.12mg
13.37%
Folate:53.16µg
13.29%
Vitamin B5:1.18mg
11.78%
Copper:0.22mg
10.83%
Magnesium:41.93mg
10.48%
Fiber:2.43g
9.72%
Calcium:73.15mg
7.32%
Vitamin C:3.12mg
3.78%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.32%
Vitamin K:2.2µg
2.09%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.95%
Vitamin A:72.69IU
1.45%
Source:Epicurious