Meatloaf Makeover: Sawyer Creek Cattle's Healthier Twist on a Classic Comfort Food

If you're craving a comforting meal that’s both healthy and flavorful, this meatloaf recipe made with Sawyer Creek Cattle's grass-fed beef is perfect for you. Loaded with veggies and seasoned with herbs, it's a nutritious twist on a family favorite. Plus, we’re skipping the store-bought ketchup for a homemade version and swapping regular salt for sea salt or pink Himalayan salt for an even cleaner option.

Sawyer Creek Cattle Classic Meatloaf using Premium Grass-Fed Beef   

Total Prep Time: 15 minutes                                                             

Cook Time: 1 hour

Servings: 6

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Meal Ingredients

  • 1 lb. grass-fed ground beef (85% or 90% lean)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • ½ cup diced carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 tsp. dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp. dried basil
  • Sea salt or pink Himalayan salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup store-bought or homemade ketchup (see recipe below)

 Homemade Ketchup Recipe:

  •  1 (6 oz) can tomato paste (or use homemade tomato paste if preferred)
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tbsp. honey (preferably raw honey from Sawyer Creek)
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. onion powder
  • Sea salt or pink Himalayan salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

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Instructions

  1. Prep homemade ketchup (if opting for this recipe versus store-bought version):
    1. In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, water, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt or pink Himalayan salt, and pepper.
    2. Adjust seasoning to taste and store in the fridge until ready to use.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the grass-fed beef, breadcrumbs, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, egg, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, basil, sea salt or pink Himalayan salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  4. Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray or a light coating of oil. Transfer the meat mixture into the pan, shaping it into a loaf.
  5. Spread the homemade ketchup evenly over the top of the loaf.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  7. Once done, remove from the oven and let the meatloaf cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Calorie Breakdown (approximate):

  • 1 lb. grass-fed ground beef: 960 calories (85% lean) OR 720 calories (90% lean)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs: 400 calories
  • 1/2 cup diced onion: 20 calories
  • 1/2 cup diced celery: 10 calories
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots: 25 calories
  • 2 cloves garlic: 8 calories
  • 1 large egg: 70 calories
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste: 30 calories
  • 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce: 20 calories
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme: 2 calories
  • 1 tsp. dried rosemary: 2 calories
  • 1 tsp. dried basil: 2 calories
  • 1/2 cup ketchup: 100 calories (store-bought) OR 134 calories (homemade)

Recipe using store-bought ketchup (Total Calories – 6 servings est.)

  • With 85% Lean Grass-Fed Beef: 1,649 calories (whole loaf) and 275 calories per serving
  • With 90% Lean Grass-Fed Beef: 1,409 calories (whole loaf) and 235 calories per serving

Recipe using homemade ketchup (Total Calories – 6 servings est.)

  • With 85% Lean Grass-Fed Beef: 1,681 calories (whole loaf) and 280 calories per serving
  • With 90% Lean Grass-Fed Beef: 1,441 calories (whole loaf) and 240 calories per serving

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Calorie Estimate Disclaimer: Calorie counts are approximate and will vary depending on portion sizes, specific brands used, and any substitutions made. Always check labels and adjust according to your needs.

Also, while the homemade ketchup might be higher in calories, this version allows for better control over ingredients, which offers a cleaner, more natural option without preservatives or added sugars.

Opting for 90% lean grass-fed beef makes each serving about 40-45 calories lighter, making it a leaner choice for a healthier meal!

 

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