Boston Market Meatloaf

This is an easy recipe for a classic comfort food. Serve with mashed potatoes and some country green beans for a full meal.

Boston Market is known for its classic Meatloaf, a popular menu item that has become a customer favorite over the years. This delicious dish features a flavorful blend of ground beef, spices, and a tangy tomato-barbecue sauce glaze that gives it a distinct and mouthwatering taste.

The secret to Boston Market’s Meatloaf lies in the carefully selected ingredients and the meticulous preparation process. The ground beef is mixed with a combination of flour, salt, onion powder, black pepper, and garlic powder, which adds depth and richness to the meat. The addition of tomato sauce and barbecue sauce enhances the overall flavor, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory notes.

The Meatloaf is then baked to perfection, resulting in a tender and juicy texture that leaves diners wanting more. The tomato-barbecue sauce glaze not only adds an appealing glossy finish but also intensifies the taste, making each bite a delightful experience.

Served alongside classic comfort sides such as mashed potatoes, green beans, and cornbread, Boston Market’s Meatloaf has become an iconic dish that embodies the essence of homestyle cooking. Whether enjoyed in the restaurant or as a takeout option for a cozy family dinner at home, the Boston Market Meatloaf is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time and continues to be a beloved choice for many meatloaf enthusiasts.

SERVES: 8

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1½ tablespoons barbecue sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1½ pounds ground beef
• 6 tablespoons flour
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• Dash garlic powder

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the tomato sauce, barbecue sauce, and sugar. Heat for 5 minutes until it begins to bubble, stirring often. Remove from heat.
3. In a large bowl, add all but 2 tablespoons of the tomato sauce to the ground beef.
4. Combine the remaining ingredients with the ground beef. Use a wooden spoon or your hands to work the spices and sauce into the meat.
5. Place the meat mixture into a loaf pan. Wrap foil over the pan and bake for 30 minutes.
6. After 30 minutes, take the meatloaf from the oven, remove the foil, and drain the excess fat.
7. Slice the meatloaf all the way through into 8 slices while it is still in the pan. This will help to cook the center of the meatloaf evenly.
8. Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons of sauce over the top of the meatloaf in a stream down the center. Don’t spread the sauce.
9. Place the meatloaf back into the oven, uncovered, for an additional 25–30 minutes or until it’s fully cooked and the top is nicely browned.

LEFTOVER MEATLOAF: 

• If you don’t enjoy eating the same meal more than once and you find yourself with too much meatloaf, you can turn it into another dish by adding it into chili, shepherd’s pie, casseroles, sloppy joes, patty melts, tacos, or spaghetti sauce.