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bettybcafe
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meatload-too greasy
How do you make it where it doesnt get all greasy? Ive tried making meatloaf twice and although the second time came out better then the first it still was very greasy. Any ideas? what am I doing wrong?
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Posted 3/4/11 10:15 PM  |
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Re: meatload-too greasy
Are you using a lean ground beef? The leaner the meat I would think would have less grease, no? I use a combo of pork, veal and beef or sometimes ground turkey which is definitely less fatty.
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| Posted 3/4/11 10:26 PM |
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8ternity
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Re: meatload-too greasy
Use 85% lean 15% fat...I once used chuck meat and there was a puddle of oil...it has to be the meat your using.
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| Posted 3/5/11 12:00 AM |
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Re: meatload-too greasy
my only guess as to why it's greasy would be because the meat isn't lean enough.
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| Posted 3/5/11 12:05 AM |
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bettybcafe
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Re: meatload-too greasy
Thanks! You're prob. all right the meat probably wasnt lean enough. I will try changing that next time.
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| Posted 3/5/11 12:41 AM |
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Domino
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Re: meatload-too greasy
I also use a meatloaf pan that has an insert that keeps the meat from sitting in the fat
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| Posted 3/5/11 2:43 AM |
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MikesWife
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Re: meatload-too greasy
you can put it on a cooking rack inside of a baking dish so that the oil drips out.
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| Posted 3/5/11 5:56 AM |
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Shroggie
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Re: meatload-too greasy
Posted by Domino
I also use a meatloaf pan that has an insert that keeps the meat from sitting in the fat
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Where did you get this? I need one!
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| Posted 3/5/11 8:19 AM |
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Re: meatload-too greasy
When I started cooking meatloaf on a baking sheet instead of a pyrex meatloaf pan, mine stopped being so greasy.
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| Posted 3/5/11 9:09 AM |
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MrsT809
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Re: meatload-too greasy
Posted by NASP09
When I started cooking meatloaf on a baking sheet instead of a pyrex meatloaf pan, mine stopped being so greasy.
Agreed. I always cook it on a baking sheet so that it isn't stuck baking in the grease. I've never had it come our greasy with any cut of meat I've used.
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| Posted 3/5/11 9:28 AM |
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mommy2Alex
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Re: meatload-too greasy
I use the pork, veal, beef mix and it doesn't come out greasy.
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| Posted 3/5/11 9:32 AM |
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RubyWoo
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Re: meatload-too greasy
A leaner meat for sure. You can also try making it w/oatmeal instead of bread/bread crumbs - make's it a bit healthier and moister.
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| Posted 3/5/11 10:33 AM |
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Mommy2Boys
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Re: meatload-too greasy
I use lean beef and there is still always grease in the pan  I need to get a meatloaf pan so the grease can drain.
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| Posted 3/5/11 1:19 PM |
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bettybcafe
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Re: meatload-too greasy
What great suggestions. Thanks! 
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| Posted 3/5/11 6:42 PM |
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peanutbutter2
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Re: meatload-too greasy
I use ground turkey and it's never been greasy at all. Is that an option for you?
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| Posted 3/5/11 7:28 PM |
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bettybcafe
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Re: meatload-too greasy
Posted by JAAMS
I use ground turkey and it's never been greasy at all. Is that an option for you?
It never hurts to try. Thanks
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| Posted 3/5/11 7:48 PM |
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Junebaby41
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Re: meatload-too greasy
I use 80/20 beef and half way through cooking, I drain the grease out. Then, when it is almost done, I drain it again. That way it is not sitting and soaking up the grease.
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| Posted 3/9/11 10:04 AM |
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MrsCampos10-01-10
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Re: meatload-too greasy
I've used everything from 80/20 ground beef, 93% lean, to ground turkey and I've never had a grease problem with my meatloaf. (I'm sure I have now jinxed myself)
maybe it's the amount of breadcrumbs, eggs, and all the other stuff that goes into it.
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| Posted 3/9/11 10:50 AM |
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blue11
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Re: meatload-too greasy
i use the meatloaf mix (pork, veal & beef) or very lean beef and its not too greasy
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| Posted 3/9/11 11:56 AM |
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