Gluten-Free Meatloaf {Dairy-Free Option}

Meatloaf is one of the comfort foods that many of us are familiar with. However, for people with gluten intolerance, enjoying meatloaf can be quite difficult. Luckily, with this gluten-free meatloaf recipe, meatloaf has become accessible to everyone, regardless of their dietary requirements. The addition of various spices and herbs ensures that this recipe is packed with flavor, making it an ideal dish for the whole family to enjoy.

Ingredients:
• 2 pounds of ground beef
• 1 diced onion
• 1 diced green bell pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 3/4 cup of gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup of ketchup
• 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon of dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.

2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, onion, bell pepper, garlic, eggs, gluten-free breadcrumbs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sage, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to combine all the ingredients until they’re well incorporated.

3. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter. Place the meatloaf mixture in the pan and shape it into a loaf.

4. Bake the meatloaf for 60 to 75 minutes or until it’s cooked through. To check if the meatloaf is cooked, insert a meat thermometer into the center of the meatloaf, and make sure the temperature has reached 160°F. Alternatively, you could use a fork to check if the meatloaf is cooked by pressing it into the center of the loaf. If the juices run clear, the meatloaf is ready.

5. Once the meatloaf is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Dairy-Free Option:

To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute the beaten eggs with 2 flax eggs or 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce.

Summary:

• Meatloaf is a comfort food that many people with gluten intolerance would feel deprived of.
• This gluten-free meatloaf recipe is delicious and available to everyone.
• The dairy-free option makes the recipe suitable for people with dairy allergies.
• Preheat the oven to 375°F, mix all the ingredients, shape them into a loaf, and bake for 60-75 minutes.
• Insert a meat thermometer to ensure the temperature has reached 160°F before removing from the oven.