Description
Hearty classic meatloaf recipe brings comfort from American kitchens to dinner tables nationwide. Juicy ground beef, aromatic herbs, and rich seasonings combine for a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) ground beef
- 2 large eggs
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Wet Ingredients and Aromatics:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Glaze:
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard
Instructions
- Thoroughly blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, milk, finely chopped onion, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gently mold the meat mixture into a compact, uniform loaf shape, ensuring even density and smooth surface.
- Position the formed loaf on a lightly greased baking sheet or inside a standard loaf pan, preparing for cooking.
- Craft a vibrant glaze by whisking together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard until smooth and well-integrated.
- Generously brush the prepared glaze across the entire surface of the uncooked meatloaf, creating a glossy, flavorful coating.
- Slide the meatloaf into a preheated 375F (190C) oven, allowing it to roast for 50-60 minutes until the internal temperature precisely reaches 160F (71C).
- After removing from the oven, permit the meatloaf to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and enhance overall texture.
- Slice the meatloaf into hearty portions and serve while warm, accompanied by preferred side dishes.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a lighter texture without compromising flavor.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs instead of store-bought for a more tender and moist meatloaf that holds together beautifully.
- Sauté the onions before mixing to soften their sharp flavor and add a subtle sweetness to the overall dish.
- Consider mixing different ground meats like beef, pork, and veal for a more complex and rich flavor profile that elevates the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 384 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg