how long deo you cook a 3 pound meatloaf. It depends on what kind of container you're cooking it in. The thicker the meatloaf (i.e. cooked in a breadpan), the longer the cooking times. If you're cooking a 3-lb. loaf, I recommend using something larger than a standard baking pan....something like a lasagne baking pan.That way, the cooking time will be reduced. If you do this, it should be ready in an hour at 375.1  In a meat loaf pan-A good rule seems to be 1/2 hour per pound. 2  Then letting it sit for 10 minutes before slicing it. 3  Make your gravy while the meatloaf sets.hat way, the cooking time will be reduced. If you do this, it should be ready in an hour at 375. 1  In a meat loaf pan-A good rule seems to be 1/2 hour per pound. 2  Then letting it sit for 10 minutes before slicing it. 3  Make your gravy while the meatloaf sets.
The refrigerator: how long will foods remain safe without power? Â· All foods: at least 4 hours, if the fridge is left unopened. Â· Discard after 4 hours without power: Meat, poultry, fish, milk, eggs, cooked leftovers, soft cheeses, deli cold cuts/salads and other perishable foods.
WASHINGTON â Power outages that last days mean you will probably need to throw out a lot of food in your refrigerator and freezer. Foods will stay safely cold 4 to 6 hours in your refrigerator. Hereâs the rule of thumb: If the temperature reaches above 40 degrees, throw out whatâs in your refrigerator and freezer. Your freezer will stay cold for two days if itâs full and one day if itâs half full.