FOOD NEWS
Your Secret For A Moist And Rich Meatloaf Is Cream Cheese
By S. Ferrari
Meatloaf is rarely exalted for its bold flavor because it's often bland, dry, and passé. If you want to elevate your recipe for a moist and flavorful result, add some cream cheese.
There's no need to deviate from your standard meatloaf recipe. All it takes is one additional step to add this extra ingredient that you may already have in your fridge.
Instead of combining the cream cheese with the meat mixture, try wrapping the meat around the cheese. When you cut into each slice, you'll expose a creamy stripe down the center.
Cream cheese can contain up to 55% moisture, which keeps the center of the meatloaf tender. It's fairly mild in flavor, and the lactic acid from its fermentation imparts some tang.
The cheese's subtle flavor counters the heavyness of the meat, eggs, and brown sugar. It also helps to prevent palate fatigue and keeps every bite of your meatloaf interesting.