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What kind of bread do you use in meatloaf?

house_cat — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:10:05 GMT

I was watching the sandwich guy yesterday, can't remember his name... Jeff, maybe?

In any case, he used Saltine crackers in his meatloaf. I'd never seen that before.

Can you please share what you use for bread in your meatloaf? I know there are so many options.

Thank you.

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evelyner — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:14:06 GMT

I use panko breadcrumbs.

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chvall99 — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:14:32 GMT

I remember saltine crackers- never used them myself- as I recall the recipes called for the saltines to be soaked in milk a bit before adding to the meatloaf. Again, I have never used them. I have a nice recipe that just uses plain ol' white bread torn into coarse pieces. I try to use the older dryer slices. Lots of folks request this recipe so if you are looking for one, I am happy to share. Nice comfort food especially if you are encased in snow like we are.

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05gage25 — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:15:10 GMT

I've used regular bread crumbs, oats, and panko bread crumbs. When I make Mexican meat loaf, I use crushed tortilla chips. Haven't tried crackers, but that would probably be good, too.

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birkin baby — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:18:02 GMT

I use quaker oats . I use the original recipe from the back of the box. My mom Made it in the 60's and I still love that exact recipe today. It's so good.

Re: What kind of bread do you use in meatloaf?

house_cat — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:23:54 GMT

On 3/8/2015 chvall99 said:
I remember saltine crackers- never used them myself- as I recall the recipes called for the saltines to be soaked in milk a bit before adding to the meatloaf. Again, I have never used them. I have a nice recipe that just uses plain ol' white bread torn into coarse pieces. I try to use the older dryer slices. Lots of folks request this recipe so if you are looking for one, I am happy to share. Nice comfort food especially if you are encased in snow like we are.

80 degree temps here, no snow, but I'd still love that recipe!

Thank you

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PINKdogWOOD — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:25:09 GMT

I use bread crumbs but I would use cracker crumbs too, panko as well. My Mom used (regular) bread that she'd break up. I'll never forget the first time I made a meatloaf using bread. I mixed up all of the ingredients but for some odd reason when it was done, it was like all the bread puffed out and you could see where every piece was!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just looked very odd to me - Mom's never looked like this I thought! What went wrong??? I never used bread again!!!! In fact I've made meatloaves without crumbs at time. Came out just fine.

Ah, the trials & tribulations of cooking!!!! Never ceases to amaze me sometimes - well almost never.

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peachesncream — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:25:46 GMT

I have meat loaf recipes that call for oats, and recipes that use dry bread crumbs.

They both work well, but I like oats a bit better; they seem a healthier choice and the oats are a good binder.

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house_cat — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:26:28 GMT

On 3/8/2015 birkin baby said: I use quaker oats . I use the original recipe from the back of the box. My mod Made it in the 60's and I still love that exact recipe today. It's so good.

Is this the recipe you're referring to? It says "prize winning", but the reviews don't reflect that. I'm willing to give it a try.

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colliegirls — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:26:42 GMT

Ritz crackers or Quaker Oats.

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QPrincess — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:27:56 GMT

I use Pepperidge Farm stuffing mix................the one in the bag along with beef bouillion. The recipe used to be on the back of the bag MANY years ago. I have long since lost it and thus just throw it together from memory as best I can.

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KYToby — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:34:54 GMT

My preference is soft bread crumbs in both meatloaf and meatballs. I think dry crumbs equals dry texture.

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RedTop — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 16:04:54 GMT

I only use Panko bread crumbs, oats, or saltine crackers---most often it's oats. Ree Drummond uses slices of white bread soaked in milk in her meatloaf.

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chickenbutt — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 16:07:58 GMT

I also use oats. When I was growing up I'd see women use cubes of bread and that grossed me out. Wet bread makes me feel queasy. Oats work great

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TX-starlight — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 16:08:41 GMT

Crackers only-no bread. My 1st MIL was THE best cook. Her meatloaf was the best I ever had. She used crackers only. I learned alot from her, but mine was never as good as hers,lol....

My SIL(her daughter) also made a cracker pie (mock apple) that was out of this world!

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Madisson — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 16:36:10 GMT

I use Quaker oats also.

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finewoman — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 17:02:41 GMT

Only used saltine crackers. I put in zip lock bag and use rolling pin to crush. It's what I grew up knowing!

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Iwantcoffee — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 17:12:13 GMT

I use oats. I grind 1/2 cup oats in the blender very fine for 2 lbs beef. I do not like pieces of bread in meatloaf.

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birkin baby — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 17:13:53 GMT

No.I use the "Classic " recipe with ketchup,worstershire,one egg,etc.I don't.t know how to post links but it's under the one you found in a Google search...lol.I always add little top glaze of ketchup because that's what my mom did. If I need to use up some leftover green bell pepper,I have been known finely chop it and throw it in too. Anyway,it's not fancy but it's good and makes a good sandwich too. I like all kinds of meatloaf. This is just the one I make at home.

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HonnyBrown — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 17:38:47 GMT

I use bread crumbs. I save the heels from loves of bread and make bread crumbs.