Frank Bruni and Jennifer Steinhauer - A Meatloaf in Every Oven: Two Chatty Cooks, One Iconic Dish and Dozens of Recipes - From Mom's to Mario Batali's

Bruni, New York Times op-ed columnist and former chief restaurant critic, and Steinhauer, veteran Times reporter and Food52.com “Weeknights with Jenny” writer, bonded over meatloaf, and their collaboration here is a lively exploration of the dish’s history, ingredients, and possibilities. The authors have gathered recipes from politicians such as Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Senator Chuck Schumer, Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, and chefs including Bobby Flay and Mario Batali, regional variations from Europe and the Middle East, stories, anecdotes, and tips from meatloaf connoisseurs, and answers to a range of questions regarding condiments and spices.