46 Meatloaf Recipes Worth Keeping in Your Back Pocket

When it comes to family-friendly weeknight dinner options, there are few as reliable as meatloaf. But, just because it's a classic recipe, doesn't mean you have to make it the old-fashioned way. We've got plenty of traditional recipes in this roundup but you'll find many creative takes, too — including some ideas for repurposing your leftovers. So grab that package of ground beef in your refigerator (bonus points if you have a mix of ground beef pork and veal), rummage through your cupboards for flavor-boosting secret ingredients and pick one of these recipes to try. You'll have an easy dinner on the table in no time!

A slightly lighter version of the all-American classic, this satisfying meatloaf uses chicken broth and soaked panko to stay moist, and a mix of fresh herbs for flavor. It’s the best turkey meatloaf you’ll find!

There's only one thing more satisfying than your own, personal meatloaf served on top of warm marinara sauce. One that reveals a center of melty mozzarella when you cut into it!

This healthy one-pot meal feeds a crowd and cooks while you go about your day. If your crowd’s a smaller one, the meatloaf makes amazing leftovers for sandwiches as well. The vegetable purée of scallions, carrot, garlic, parsley and thyme flavors the meatloaf and adds moisture without adding excess fat or calories, so this easy dinner feels light yet hearty. It’s perfect for busy days when you need a hands-off, family-friendly meal.

Reinvent a classic dish with this sheet pan cooking method that is both timesaving and flavor-boosting. Who knew cookies and meatloaf had something in common?

The secret to keeping this meatloaf juicy (even the leftovers) is grated zucchini. Dispersed throughout the meaty mixture, the tender vegetable helps the meatloaf keep its moisture. We use a combination of ground beef and ground veal, but if you crave that big beef flavor, swap out the veal for another pound of ground beef. Everything else about this meatloaf is traditional — with milk for richness and sautéed onions for a little sweetness.

Forget mashed potatoes as a side dish and reinvent meatloaf with this spud-stuffed version. The potatoes are ready in no time, thanks to your microwave, and could easily become a weeknight go-to recipe all on their own.

We gave classic meatloaf a keto-friendly upgrade. We caramelized the roasted( red peppers to add a layer of sweetness (without ketchup) that balances the deep flavors of tomato paste and Parmesan. The almond flour and egg help the meatloaf hold together and slice beautifully without drying it out, and the bacon renders over top to add further flavor.

We snuck some leafy green goodness into these beef-and-turkey loaves — but you'd never know it! With a tomato-and-Cheddar topping, these personal meatloaves are healthy and delicious.

With a sweet-and-savory glaze and a generous amount of bacon and Cheddar in the mix, this hearty meatloaf is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

When you need a winning weeknight dinner, grab this recipe. There's a mixture of pork and turkey to keep it meaty and flavorful, but you can use all ground turkey if you like.

Finely chopped mushrooms and shredded provolone add moisture and flavor to this glazed meatloaf.

Get creative with this take on a gigantic deconstructed cheeseburger! Ree combines Sunday dinner meatloaf with classic cookout ingredients for one delicious meal.

We opted for an all-beef meatloaf rather than the traditional mix of beef, veal and pork because we wanted that satisfying big beef flavor. Milk adds richness and tenderizes the meat, preventing it from getting tough or dry. We also cook the onion instead of adding it raw as many recipes suggest, which imparts a welcome sweetness and eliminates that harsh raw onion flavor.

Avoid the mess (and sticky fingers) when you’re craving a platter of Buffalo chicken wings. All you need is a slice of Damaris’ meatloaf version. It's got your chicken, hot sauce and blue cheese combined into one tasty loaf.

Try Rachael's easy meatloaf muffins and enjoy all the flavors of a classic meatloaf in a cute individual-portion size.

With five stars and more than 600 reviews, Tyler's ultimate meatloaf is sure to please the whole family.

Upgrade your meatball sub with this marinara- and mozzarella-topped meatloaf hoagie.

Bake ground turkey mixed with flavor-filled seasonings (and top it off with a sweet-and-smoky sauce) for a meatloaf that's fit to be called BBQ!

Giada's decadent meal takes all of the amazing elements of eggplant Parmesan and combines them with a beef meatloaf.

In this healthy choice of meatloaf, Bobby uses balsamic glaze to add "tang" to the flavorful mixture.

Go all out with this BBQ smoked meatloaf — crowd-pleasing flavor, guaranteed!

Turn yesterday’s meatloaf into today's cheesy quesadilla. Bonus: it's so tasty that no one will ever guess it's made with leftovers!

There's a spicy molten center waiting in each slice of this queso-inspired meatloaf.

Keep this meatloaf recipe handy: It's the only one you'll need.

When it comes to cooking this bacon-wrapped meatloaf, Ree recommends using a broiler pan with a drip tray on top. "That way, as the meatloaf cooks, it won't sit in grease," she says.

What makes this low-fat meatloaf speedier than the typical oven version? The reflective surface of the foil packet, which traps and intensifies the heat like a mini silver oven. Plus the loaf is slightly thinner, so it cooks more quickly while maintaining a flavorful char on the surface.