Heirloom Tomato Meatloaf with Herb Crust

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Classic meatloaf featuring heirloom tomatoes and a crispy herb crust, celebrating American culinary heritage with a modern twist. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs ground beef, heirloom tomatoes, breadcrumbs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 375 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 American cuisine 375 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Finely chop 2 medium heirloom tomatoes and 2 garlic cloves, then mix with 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lb ground beef with the tomato mixture, using your hands to gently mix until evenly distributed.
  3. Step 3: Form mixture into a loaf shape on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then press 1/4 cup additional breadcrumbs onto the top surface.
  4. Step 4: Bake at 375°F for 40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the crust is golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing, then serve with extra tomato juices from the pan.

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