Carnivore Canning Meatloaf

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Carnivore Canning Meatloaf 🥩🥫

Description

This is a fully carnivore-friendly meatloaf designed for pressure canning. Made with pure meat, eggs, cheese, and animal fat, it’s shelf-stable, high in protein and fat, and melts in your mouth. Perfect for meal prep, emergency storage, or quick carnivore meals without any plant ingredients.

Ingredients (for ~6 pint jars)

  • 3 lbs ground beef (or 50/50 beef + pork for more fat)

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional: cheddar or mozzarella)

  • 1–2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

  • ½ tsp black pepper (optional)

  • 1–2 tbsp butter or tallow (optional, for extra juiciness)

  • 1 cup beef broth (optional, to keep moist in jars)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture

  • In a large bowl, combine ground meat, eggs, cheese (if using), salt, pepper, and optional butter/tallow.

  • Mix gently but thoroughly — don’t overmix to keep the meatloaf tender.

2. Pack the Jars

  • Divide the mixture into pint jars, leaving 1 inch of headspace.

  • Optional: pour a little beef broth over the top for extra moisture.

3. Remove Air Bubbles

  • Run a clean utensil along the sides of the jars to remove trapped air.

  • Wipe rims clean, place lids, and screw on rings fingertip-tight.

4. Pressure Canning

  • Place jars in a pressure canner with the correct amount of water.

  • Process pint jars at 10–11 PSI:

    • Pints: 75 minutes

    • Quarts (if using): 90 minutes

  • Let pressure return to zero naturally before removing jars.

5. Cool & Store

  • Allow jars to cool 12–24 hours.

  • Check seals; lid should not flex.

  • Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

Serving Suggestions

  • Slice and serve with melted butter or extra cheese.

  • Pair with fried eggs or bacon for breakfast.

  • Heat in a skillet or microwave for a quick meal.

Variations

  1. Cheesy Carnivore Meatloaf: Add more cheese inside the mixture for gooey bites.

  2. Bacon-Stuffed: Place bacon strips inside the meat mixture before packing.

  3. All-Beef Version: Use only ground beef and beef tallow for a super simple carnivore version.

  4. Fat-Rich Version: Add extra butter, ghee, or tallow to increase fat content for keto/carnivore energy.

Nutrition (Approximate per pint jar)

  • Calories: 550–650 kcal

  • Protein: 45–50 g

  • Fat: 35–45 g

  • Carbs: 0–1 g

  • Fiber: 0 g

(Exact macros depend on meat fat content and cheese used.)

Final Thoughts

This Carnivore Canning Meatloaf is a perfect high-protein, zero-carb meal ready to store for months. It’s easy to prep, cooks safely in a pressure canner, and stays juicy and flavorful. Perfect for meal prep, carnivore diet followers, or emergency food storage, this recipe delivers comfort food without the carbs.

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