V8 100% Vegetable Juice Zesty Meatloaf
Adapted from the original Campbell's V8 100% Vegetable Juice packaging. Back of the Bag is not affiliated with Campbell's.
"The secret to moist, flavorful meatloaf"
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The Story
Designed to showcase the versatility of the vegetable juice blend beyond a beverage, this recipe first appeared on V8 labels and in magazine advertisements in the late 1960s. It became a staple for home cooks looking to add moisture and a 'hidden' serving of vegetables to their family dinners. The acidity of the juice helps tenderize the meat while providing a built-in seasoning profile.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup V8 100% Vegetable Juice
- 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, 3/4 cup of the V8 juice, bread crumbs, egg, onion, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Mix gently but thoroughly and shape into an 8x4-inch loaf in a shallow baking pan.
- 4
Bake for 1 hour.
- 5
Spoon the remaining 1/4 cup of V8 juice over the top of the loaf.
- 6
Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer reaches 160°F.
- 7
Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.