Natures’ Heritage staff decided to try a twist on the old standard meatloaf by incorporating one of Watkins’ seasonal favorites–pumpkin butter.  It was delicious, giving the meat a slightly sweet  flavor and was a definite hit.  If you like a bit of a BBQ or smoky flavor in your meatloaf try some Watkins BBQ sauce with it as well.

Here’s our recipe–enjoy!

Pumpkin Butter Meatloaf

1 large onion, finely chopped

1 Tablespoon butter

2 1/2 Lbs. lean ground beef

1 1/2 Cups dry bread crumbs

2 Large eggs, beaten

1 Tablespoon Mustard

1 Cup finely chopped fresh parsley

1/2 Teaspoon salt

1/2 Teaspoon Watkins ground black pepper

1/8 Teaspoon ground allspice

3/4 Cup Watkins Pumpkin Butter

Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.  Grease 10 x 14 inch baking pan, then in a frying pan saute the onion in the butter until soft.  Combine all the other ingredients in a bowl and add the onion.  Mix everything thoroughly together and form into a loaf in the baking pan.  Bake for 1 hour, then let cool for 20 minutes before serving.  Serves 8.

 Have a great Natures’ Heritage Week!

Sherry and Natures’ Heritage staff

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