Dinner recipes you NEED to make! Winner Dinners 194

[@MandyintheMaking]

UPDATE!! Steven had leftovers of the meatloaf while I was out of the house and I got a text saying "This meatloaf and gravy is INCREDIBLE!". Just thought I'd let y'all know that the Common Tater approved of that meal, too!

[@truuBludd]

Finger-lickin good 🤗💥🤩🤪

[@dianeallen4468]

You lost me with the cream of shroom soup...yuck😝. Wonder what I could use as a sub. FYI, looks like Food Lion is only place to find the meatloaf mix. Had never heard of but sounds great.😋

[@OZARKMOON1960]

@@dianeallen4468 Maybe golden mushroom or cream of celery or asparagus soup would work? Also, many groceries have like a 'Boston mix' which is pork and beef which is close to meatloaf mix.

[@sandybowman7140]

Mandy, I just scored an awesome deal on Alaskan Cod at Aldis, but I can't find ur recipe for Fish Stew u made for a lunch about 3 Mos back, can u give me the link? I've been waiting for a great price on white fish - I love fish recipes! Thx much! ❤️

[@sandybowman7140]

@@OZARKMOON1960 Have u tried Cream of Onion? It's delish - has wine in it. Maybe cream of Potato would be yummy too? I keep eyeing Cream of Bacon but haven't caved in to buy it yet, sounded interesting bc its BACON of course!

[@bonniepwtf]

Gracie had me laughing again. The way she marched into the kitchen being VERY vocal, nonstop until her cheese demands were met.😂😂😂 What a hoot she is. Your nails lokked so pretty 💅.💗

[@josiebare3007]

Adorable kitty 😺

[@OZARKMOON1960]

It's almost like she was aghast that there was cooking with cheese going on without her. Oh, and chicken! She knew what was up.

[@bonniepwtf]

@@OZARKMOON1960 😆😆😆

[@missyb1020]

Of course it's everyone's favorite.... It has bacon 🥓 😂

[@josephiinewilson6268]

You r not the last to know. I am 76 and I have never heard of meatloaf mix. You taught an old dog a new trick. Thanks.

[@susansmallacombe3098]

I actually bought 4 of those pans. I use it for breads too! The insert makes removing the breads easier and they don’t burn on the bottom! The bread browns more evenly. Of course I also use them for meatloaf. It’s quite versatile!

[@ajdavis3798]

Great idea! Thanks for sharing.

[@justplaintara9028]

I grew up with meatloaf as a way to stretch a small amount of meat. We'd end up putting all kinds of veggies, leftovers and fillers in them and they tasted wonderful. My Mom's trick was to mince all the add-ins as small as possible. I love meatloaf to this day and still make it Mom's way(s)!

[@tinashort9098]

I moved in with my son a couple of months ago and he absolutely despises meatloaf and I absolutely love it! I haven’t made one since I moved in but this one is definitely gonna get made!! I also want to thank every sweet soul that has sent prayers for my grandson, training for the army, and for me. This has been one of the hardest things I’ve ever experienced. My daughter has cried and grieved so hard! I told her yesterday that at least we know where he is and that he’s safe. She goes in his room and just sits on his bed and cries. It’s so hard seeing my baby child suffer so much over her baby child. I’m getting a double whammy!!! Much love and many blessings to our Mandy family ❤❤❤

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

We'll continue to pray for y'all.

[@MandyintheMaking]

I'm sitting here in tears for her. I cannot imagine. I'm still praying big prayers for all!!

[@jerri117]

You can always make it like in burgers and not tell him it's meatloaf. He'll never know! Just leave the gravy off his. Make it like an open face sandwich. Just a thought.

[@jerri117]

I've been praying for you and your family also. I forgot to mention that in my other comment. God bless you and your precious family! 🙏

[@MamaTata86]

My thoughts and prayers are continuing for you and your family. 🙏 ❤

[@AnastaciaInCleveland]

One year a long time ago, my dear Mom was in hospital with back problems, and I stepped in to be lady of the house (I was 18 yo). My dear Dad wanted meatloaf for dinner one night. He went to the grocery store with me and showed me that meatloaf mixture. I made the meatloaf under his guidance (he actually took home economics when he was in high school.) It turned out really good! Even my picky boyfriend at the time liked it. So, I try to use that for meatloaf whenever I can. Thanks, Dad!

[@wandac396]

In the food industry, we just used regular latex gloves like the medical industry. They come in different sizes so you can get the right size for your hands.

[@crisbush2034]

Your Gracie kitty reminds me of my Bleu (Smokie Bleu)! She is the same way, except she comes running when she hears the can opener. She thinks it's tuna, and she gets the "tuna juice" in her bowl. I actually have to hold the can of peas or whatever so she can smell it before she stops her meowing!😼

[@dianeallen4468]

My Gideon is the same way. But he looks at me very suspiciously after smelling whatever I've just opened...like I switched the cans on him😾.

[@crisbush2034]

Our fur babies.... they keep us on our toes!

[@kristinbray6453]

Hey Mandy, thank you for sharing your wonderful recipes with us. They'll all looked delicious, especially the chicken alfredo with bacon. I was diagnosed with metastatic cancer and watching your vlogs fills my heart with joy and happiness. Give Gracie some love and cheese from me. Sending blessings to you and your beautiful family.

[@MandyintheMaking]

Prayers for you, Kristin. ❤

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

We're continuing to pray for you, sweet friend. Hope you're doing well this lovely FriYAY.

[@aprilblair8080]

Prayers to you ma'am ❤ Hugs

[@dianeallen4468]

🙏 Prayers up 🤗.

[@tammybabcock4802]

Sending you prayers 🙏

[@lisahoward1969]

Meatloaf with bacon is awesome!

[@lisahoward1969]

I've never heard of meatloaf mix either. My husband and I especially love those mini BBQ bacon cheddar meatloaves 😋

[@MandyintheMaking]

Those are a fav in this house, too! And yeah, meatloaf mix!! I had no clue!!

[@BCSpecht89]

Meatloaf mix is a staple in our grocery stores in the Midwest. It is a combination of a quarter pound each of ground pork and veal with a half pound of ground beef.

[@Pamela_Gram]

I love making mini meatloaf too.

[@Nope-j1t4f]

@@BCSpecht89 I'm in Central NY, you can find it in any grocery store or butcher shop anywhere around here.

[@judymoodyslifevlogs4341]

Gracie is definitely the star of the channel. I just love how vocal she gets over cheese! I love your channel and family Mandy. Great job as always! ❤️

[@KathleenMansfield-f7r]

Love that I found your channel. Your recipes are great and you may remember I elected myself to be the President of the Gracie Lou Fan Club and another one of your followers signed on as the VP🥰

[@MamaTata86]

That meatloaf and Chicken Alfredo bacon bake looked absolutely delicious! I will be trying those recipes soon!. Thank you so very much for sharing them with us. We greatly appreciate you, Mandy! ❤😊

[@Daphne-cp8ss]

7:47 I'm definitely going to hold on to the recipe for the meatloaf. That looked so good! Gracie got so excited about the cheese she flipped for it! Looks like she stumbled a bit over her own tootsies. Both recipes look good. One gets tired of the same chicken recipes over and over so this one is definitely one to keep!

[@canditamcguckian1031]

Both of these are on my list for next week!!!! Gotta go grocery shopping I have no pesto 😢it’s so good we ran out and I used my backup lol

[@yolandaanderson4708]

Thank you for the recipes. I think some buttery egg noodles would be good with the Alfredo chicken. I think I would try that sauce over Salmon too.

[@robynknight9041]

The bbq mini meatloaves you have done has been our ABSOLUTE favorite!

[@ozfan1958]

Hi Mandy. Coincidentally, I have hamburger thawing and I was trying to decide what to do with it. Now I know. I’m going to make this meatloaf recipe. I have been using mushroom soup as a gravy for meatloaf for a long time. The only difference is I add a few dashes of soy sauce to darken it, to make it look more like gravy. It also adds a nice flavour. Can’t wait to try this. It sounds awesome.

[@lauraspicks7114]

That sounds really good !Thanks for the tip !

[@ozfan1958]

You’re welcome 😊

[@archstanton7332]

Hi this is Melissa ...using my husbands KZbin accnt name ..but soooo glad you liked my meatloaf recipie!! I'm just happy and excited it made it on your channel and your family liked it! Sorry your taste tester didn't get to try it hot out of the oven and have the left overs but glad he liked it as well in the comments lol hope you continue to make it at home for your family and enjoy!!! It didn't make the top 5 lol but hopefully it was top 10 lol ...love your show and try lots of your recipes here at home for my family and we love them!!!!

[@jensenfamily7207]

Stephen’s voice over at the end-😂😂😂 Thanks, as always, for your video! Hope you have a great week!💕

[@Skyhawk1987Turbo]

We always make baked potatoes in the air fryer, it’s the best way.❤

[@celestecolton1638]

I will definitely be making the chicken Alfredo, but I think I’m going to skip the peppers, only because my children won’t eat it, but everything else sounds amazing, love you and love your family, can’t wait to see what you put out for us next

[@apriltownsend8463]

Try the mushroom gravy over fried pork chops and mashed potatoes

[@judymullins9993]

You are not the only one that’s never heard of meatloaf mix. I will definitely be trying that, it sounds delicious.

[@kristastarnes1761]

Hi Mandy, I made the Chicken Alfredo Bacon Bake for my family and it was a hit. Everyone loved it especially my husband. Plan to make the meatloaf on Sunday. Love your channel and look forward to seeing what yummy recipes you are sharing each week. ❤

[@txgal]

Y'all are so much fun! I definitely want to try the chicken salad with pesto, basil, & lemon!!! I can my own chicken and this would be a great change in chicken salad we have once a week.

[@angelaspaul]

Girl! I have started mixing my meatloaf in the stand mixer and the texture is amaze-ING!

[@Twilight83]

I would definitely try the meatloaf. On the Alfredo chicken I would switch out bell pepper for hatch hot green chile!

[@MrsSedler]

I currently have this meatloaf in the oven. My husband is not a meatloaf fan bc of the ketchup too, but he saw this one and wanted to try it! I can’t wait to try it!

[@michaeldunn7716]

Great video, recipes, and presentation. I just thoroughly enjoy you guys.😉😉😃😃😃 God bless all here.

[@NancyHowlett]

I use the meatloaf mix and Italian sausage remove the casing and that’s what I use for my meatballs with Italian spices and grated cheese and chopped garlic and egg and bread crumbs and 1/2 cup of ricotta cheese.. Best meatballs ever….

[@loiscarteaux9389]

Yum! Am enjoying trying your recipes. Have ingredients for both.. never heard of a meatloaf pan. Learned something new😊

[@magicshopmumma2042]

Your husband always looks so impressed with everything you make. Does he ever not like something ? Love your show. Watching from Australia. Only problem is we can’t get a lot of the products you use like crescent rolls .

[@dianes9416]

Aldi's carries meatloaf mix too

[@debsa-nonymous]

Mandy, my family has used cream of mushroom soup as gravy for meatloaf, Pattie’s, etc., my whole life, but this is the first time I’ve seen it added to the meatloaf mixture. Also, I have a Nicer Dicer, the first iteration of the chopper you use and would like to offer this tip: when dicing any pepper in it, put the pieces skin side down. You will find they dice perfectly without sticking in the blades.

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

I look forward to every Mandy in the Making video. She not only shares delicious recipes, but her, Steven, Cole, and Cheese Queen Gracie brighten my day. Can't wait to try these 2 recipes. They look and sound so delicious. 😋🤤

[@lisahoward1969]

I agree with you 💯🙂

[@lauraspicks7114]

me too!

[@silverfoxjohnson9390]

Great recipes, so different but I haven't had a decent meatloaf in a while.... looking forward to making this tonight!!

[@bettyannlawlor3719]

Love it with new recipes. I have my husband and son love it when I tell them I’m cooking a new recipe from Mandy in the making. So thank you so much. God bless.

[@dianadean5994]

That chicken look delicious. Gotta try it. Thanks for sharing 🥰

[@laurakrajnikburick2731]

Such a smart idea to put half of a can of soup in the meatloaf mix, using the rest for gravy. Yummy

[@bhallmark3390]

That meatloaf recipe is VERY similar to my mom’s Meatball Casserole, where you add almost exactly the same ingredients to the meat, shape into balls, then place on cookie sheet in oven to cook first. Then place the meatballs in a casserole dish and pour remaining sauce over them and bake covered for about 30-40 minutes. The sauce in her recipe is Cream of Mushroom soup with 1 cup of milk, plus about 1/4 teaspoon paprika. Additionally, there is 1/4 cup chopped green pepper in the meatballs. It is so good over rice! I can see why your family loved it! That chicken with the drinkable sauce also looks amazing…😁 Y’all are definitely eatin’ good in the neighborhood…😅 ❤-Brenda

[@sandybowman7140]

Mandy, this episode was fabulous! I love both recipes & it reminds me that I need to send u my Danish Meatloaf that has a tangy sweet & sour vinegar on it. It was originally my Danish Meatball recipe I combined into a Meatloaf. It will blow ur mind how delish it is. I love finding good yummy meatloaf recipes, so please thank ur subscriber for me for sharing her special secret! ❤

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Hey sweet friend. I was starting to get worried about you. I didn't see you on Mama Mel's Sunday night.

[@sandybowman7140]

@@MrsAlmaTrumble I went out of town, so it's hard to watch & post, while busy getting all stuff done to leave. I gave her an email so I've been looking for u to send me one. ❤️

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@sandybowman7140 oh ok. I'm glad you're okay, friend. I was like, where is Sandy?!

[@sandybowman7140]

@@MrsAlmaTrumble I'll probably post something tomorrow. Gotta keep focused on Tax day Monday too! AHHH! Hope ur doing well, Alma, I'm praying everyday for u to get thru this hard time with flying colors! ❤️🧎‍♀️🙏✝️

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@sandybowman7140 thank you, sweet friend. I'm doing pretty good, the migraines have returned.

[@youtubemommy4046]

I love my meatloaf pans they're Rachel Ray and hubby got me 2 because I always seem to make more food than expected 😅

[@vbo9872]

Both of these meals look so delicious.

[@normacooper6377]

I’d seen the meatloaf mix in the cold case at the store, but suspected it had bread or cracker crumbs incorporated into it, so had never bought it. I prefer to use rolled oats instead of either of those. It’s never dry, even as reheated leftovers. If my husband sees the bacon addition, he’ll be wanting to give it a try.🤣 I’m interested in the chicken recipe as he probably will be, too. Thanks for sharing your recipes.

[@Susan-pu1xj]

Both of your dishes look delicious. I always enjoy your videos. You do a great job.

[@sandrareed2397]

When i used those super big gloves i put rubber bands on the wrists to keep them on.

[@OZARKMOON1960]

I love the idea of using 1/2 can of soup to make sure the meatloaf isn't dry, then the rest as gravy. Might try it with some other 'cream of' soups I really like.

[@coldcountess]

For meatloaf, I'd either use cream of broccoli or cream of potato, never mushroom !!

[@bonnyhall6129]

I am definitely trying,these! The meatloaf one looks amazing! Thanks for all you do, Mandy!

[@karenmar1529]

My mom would make a meatloaf with the bacon on top and then top it off with some bbq sauce, finish cooking in the oven it is so good, can't wait to try these two recipes looks so delicious. 🤗

[@gwenfrazier7027]

We LOVE meatloaf! I’ve been looking for something new. Thanks!🩷

[@vickiraereads8816]

Just made the meatloaf. I don't like meatloaf or cream of mushroom soup, but this was DELICIOUS!! My husband is gluten free and I used the gf cream of mushroom soup. Thanks for a recipe that I will definitely make often!!

[@helenwilliams8471]

These looked so good. I need to try them. ❤

[@christinebeavers9913]

I love a good meat loaf. But am very picky about them but I am going to try this one.

[@joshsos5541]

These look delicious!! I need to try both!

[@candypiere4226]

You not a lone. I never heard of meatloaf mixes at all. I have to look at mine but, I live in a small town though

[@mary-s2p5y]

i love my chopper machine that I bought on your amazon site. I use it a lot because it is easier and faster than chopping by hand.

[@reginabritton8742]

Hey Love your recipes and your presentations are awesome! I recently tried mixing my meatloaf ingredients while inside a Ziplock bag. Worked pretty good, no yucky mess and/or oversized gloves. then kind of mold it while in the bag and roll it out into your pan!

[@staceyswearengen-yi9sc]

The chicken Alfredo bake sounds so good. I know you don't like sun dried tomatoes because of texture, but what about swapping out the green pesto with sun dried tomato pesto? I bet that would be super yummy!

[@AngieGryszan-gw9gz]

when my kids were young and in every sports activity imajinable, I used to buy a meat loaf from the deli of a gourmet store that had bacon and also melted cheddar cheese on top. It was so yummy! I will have to make this one for sure.

[@MommaZim2]

Finely diced onion is important..realeases more moisture

[@beckyhines3814]

Everything looked good. The only thing I would change on the second one is leave the pepper out.

[@angelamarcinkevich9202]

Mandy use the meatloaf mix for your meatballs next time. They will be amazing. It's what my family always uses .

[@barbarajohnson83]

Great recipes Mandy.I especially love the Meatloaf recipe. I have to try this. Also I have to get the Meatloaf pan. Have a great weekend Mandy and family.

[@laurelvoigt3341]

Cool tip when making meatloaf - mix the bread crumbs, egg and other incredients together before mixing into ground beef. Also to make a "quick" meatloaf I put the meatloaf mixture in a glass pie pan shaped like a donut (with a hole in the middle) and cook it covered in the microwave for about 16 minutes (for one pound of meat )-- quick and easy dinner on a work night.

[@vbo9872]

I so agree regarding combining the add-ins fully first, and then pour over meat and combine. It incorporates more evenly. I've mentioned it a time or two but she must not agree.

[@debbiealtman5373]

Those recipes sound and look delicious.

[@ganstagranny312]

Definitely trying the meatloaf or chicken Alfredo when I have company over . It is just the two of us..

[@kimberlygarcia7128]

I have never seen the “MEATLOAF MIX” either! I wonder if my granny knew of it?!?! Our family also loves a good meat loaf recipe. We’ve tried a few and only discovered that meatloaf can have quite a few flavors, as long as it’s spiced and seasoned well, with a complementary sauce, light or heavy. I believe that it’s an American dish with many different variations.

[@kayburris8464]

The meatloaf was very interesting, will have to try it.

[@angelabrockman7816]

I did not know about the meatloaf mix, so that's nice! ❤

[@suznknight5896]

I know you probably want to use up the ones you have but when they are gone look in the pharmacy area for gloves that fit. That is where I get mine and it eliminates the annoyance of floppy gloves. 🙂

[@jeanniebell9493]

Some Kitchen Bouquet or Worcestershire sauce) would darken & flavor the meatloaf gravy.

[@keschneider]

I’ve made meatloaf like this, but used golden mushroom soup. It’s really good!

[@andiemac0]

I'm making that chicken dish as soon as I pick up a red pepper and fresh parsley!

[@dmmrad54]

I am hungry now Mandy 😂. I will be trying both recipes. Thank you. ♥ The meatloaf mix has been around since i was a kid. My mother used it for meatloaf and spaghetti dishes.

[@deniseheins2133]

Okay, I saved both those recipes. We also love making different kinds of meatloaf and that one looks perfect. That chicken alfredo though, wow!

[@sweetlifehappywife3460]

That meatloaf pan you have is my #1 fave kitchen tool I own now. ❤

[@tammybabcock4802]

Goodnight Mandy and Steven and thank you for sharing your yummy meals with us

[@lynnkavanagh7361]

Mandy, the Alfredo Chicken Bacon Bake looked fantastic, all of that yummy gravy. The first thing I thought was mashed potatoes, that would be sooo good on mashed potatoes!!! We’ve never had pesto,but I’m willing to try anything, my husband 🤔 maybe not so much!!! But if he doesn’t eat any, that’s more for me!!!

[@colleens7641]

Wow that all looks so delicious. Got it on my ‘to make’ list. Thanks for sharing.

[@JenniferSmith-oi1lf]

They had a meatloaf mix many years ago (my age is showing) that was one third ground beef, one third ground pork and one third ground veal. Not being a veal fan I never bought it. That meatloaf sound delicious. Ill have to give it a try. Thanks

[@melissabibby7310]

Amazing Dinners Thanks for sharing!👍❤️😋

[@pamfreeman5197]

Flippin' wonderful Mandy! Thank you SO much for these Meals. I can't say which one I liked best.... They are absolutely the bees' knees! Totally yummy again! Best reg, England again, Pam YIP, YIP, HOORAY!

[@janetdarrah1222]

All these recipes look so delicious. I can't wait to try these.

[@tammylynnplummer3]

I’m almost 50 snd I’ve been cook’n since I was on a stool knee high to my Momma, and I’ve never heard of meatloaf mix in my life. You know I’ll be look’n for that next time I’m in the store! Thanks for more great recipes!

[@kittyhawk12]

OMG, great recipes,and yes most grocery stores sell meatloaf mix which ours is ground beef and pork mix,then we use bread crumbs,eggs onion salt,burger spice and halfway thru top with sweetbaby rays bbq and brown sugar, to glaze top.sooo good. And am gonna try the chicken alfredo,THX!!!

[@marusnak1113]

Red Peppers always stick/smush in my little chopper (like yours) so it's more trouble than it's worth. Onions do work pretty well. As often as you use yours, you must love it.

[@lisabrackett7586]

Thank you Mandy! Hope to make that chicken this weekend. ❤

[@conniebrock]

Well, two more dishes added to the mix. Can’t wait to try.

[@MandyintheMaking]

Hope you enjoy!!

[@tiarabochette4022]

Thanks Mandy!!

[@wendism86]

I started getting the meatloaf mix when i came across it for making my dog's food (who recently passed away). I use regular surgical type gloves when mixing things easier. Like the kind at walmart, so that may be an option

[@Sha721]

I might try the meatloaf. I’m not really meat loaf lover but this one sounds interesting.

[@toniclark2953]

If you can't find meatloaf mix you can do a pound of ground beef and a half a pound of ground pork and you have the same thing it's great. The chicken is for dinner tonight.

[@lisahoward1969]

One more thing from me..I can't wait to try these recipes ❤ Have a great weekend 🙂

[@MandyintheMaking]

Thank you! You too!

[@lisahoward1969]

@@MandyintheMaking you're welcome!

[@rebeccahherdener2068]

I hadnt ever heard of meatloaf mix meat til today. Thanks for the info! Now i gotta look into that!❤️

[@kymblackburn7734]

I can't wait to try these recipes ❤

[@barbiebrannam233]

You're not the only one, I've never heard of that kind of meat before. I also love meatloaf too. I made a garlic parmesan chicken pasta made with the Buffalo wild wings brand of sauce. It was so easy and delicious, it had a little kick to it to. My husband loved it!!!😁❤