Description
A binder recipe is essential for holding ingredients together, improving texture, and ensuring that your dishes maintain their shape during cooking. Used in a wide range of recipes, from meatloaf and veggie patties to baked goods, binders can be made from a variety of ingredients, depending on dietary needs. They are a crucial element in creating consistent, delicious meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic in a bit of oil until translucent. Let them cool before adding them to the meat mixture.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, sautéed onion and garlic, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Mix Thoroughly: Mix gently until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape the Loaf: Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on a baking sheet or into a loaf pan.
- Bake: Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Rest and Serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure you don’t overmix the meat mixture to avoid a dense texture.
- You can substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free options or crushed crackers for different dietary needs.
- For a vegan option, use flaxseed meal or mashed vegetables instead of eggs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100g
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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