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How to reheat a meatloaf without drying? Use low temperature and cover it with aluminum foil (oven) or a paper kitchen towel (microwave).

Five Best Ways to Reheat Meatloaf (How-to)

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How to reheat a meatloaf without drying? Use low temperature and cover it with aluminum foil (oven) or a paper kitchen towel (microwave).

Ingredients:

  • Meatloaf (leftover)

Instructions:

Option 1: Reheat Meatloaf in the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to a temperature of 250°F.
  • Transfer the meatloaf into an oven-safe baking dish.
  • Sprinkle over with a tablespoon of water, or for better flavor, beef broth, and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Heat for between 25 to 30 minutes until the meatloaf is thoroughly warmed through. It works every time.

Option 2: Steam Method

  • Pour one or 2 inches of water into a pan and bring to a simmer.
  • Once the water is simmering, gently lower your meatloaf in the steamer basket and suspended just above the water level.
  • Cover the pan and continue to steam for a few minutes until the meatloaf is warmed through evenly.

Option 3: Using a Skillet

  • Place your skillet (the cast iron or nonstick variety) on top of your stove over a medium-low heat setting, and add a little vegetable oil.
  • Add the slices of meatloaf. Lower the heat to a low setting.
  • Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, flip, and do the same to the other side.
  • If the pan begins to look dry, spoon in a little beef broth to add some moisture.

Option 4: Using a Microwave

  • Transfer the leftover meatloaf slices into a microwave-safe container. Position the lid over the container, leaving it slightly ajar.
  • Microwave for one minute interval (depends on how much serving you want to reheat) until thoroughly warmed. Tip: I normally put a small heat-proof bowl half-filled with water on the side to help lock the moisture.
  • Flip the slices over and microwave for another one or two minutes.
  • If you’re nervous about overheating, heat it in small 30-second blasts. Don’t forget that it carries on cooking slightly after you’ve finished microwaving.

Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.

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Course: Brunch, dinner
Cuisine: American
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