Second Avenue Deli Meat Loaf

Treat your taste buds to the ultimate comfort food experience with the Second Avenue Deli Meat Loaf—a timeless classic infused with a New York deli twist. This hearty recipe combines ground beef and velvety veal with savory ingredients like sautéed onions, garlic, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce for a flavorful depth in every bite. A touch of fresh parsley and a tangy ketchup glaze elevate this dish to perfection, while the blend of breadcrumbs and eggs creates a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Baked to golden perfection and served with optional tomato sauce for a rich, zesty finish, this meat loaf is perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Ready in just 1 hour and 20 minutes, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that serves six generously, bringing the comforting essence of classic deli dining right into your home kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground veal
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.25 cup Parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Tomato sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a standard loaf pan with the teaspoon of vegetable oil, or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a medium skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground veal, cooked onion and garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Using clean hands, mix the ingredients together gently until everything is just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the meat loaf dense.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down to remove air pockets and shape it into an even loaf.

Step 6

Place the loaf pan on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 160°F (71°C) on a meat thermometer.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes. This helps the juices redistribute and makes slicing easier.

Step 8

Carefully turn the meat loaf out onto a cutting board or serving platter. Slice into even portions and serve warm, with tomato sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1531.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2837.4

Total Fat 160.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 1017.8mg	0%
Sodium 8329.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 225.5g	0%

Vitamin D 336.0IU	0%
Calcium 446.5mg	0%
Iron 26.9mg	0%
Potassium 3605.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 19.1%