Easy Meatloaf
Sink your teeth into this classic and comforting Easy Meatloaf recipe, a true family favorite that delivers bold flavor with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients. Made with juicy ground beef, savory breadcrumbs, and a flavorful blend of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings, this meatloaf is perfectly tender and rich. The crowning touch? A glossy, tangy ketchup glaze that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes to perfection in just an hour. With only 10 minutes of prep time and a foolproof technique, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a hearty Sunday dinner. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Whether it's your first time making meatloaf or you’re a seasoned pro, this easy-to-follow recipe is guaranteed to become a staple in your meal rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, 1/2 cup of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients together with your hands or a large spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense meatloaf.
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape it into a loaf, pressing gently to ensure even cooking.
Spread the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf to create a flavorful glaze.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve the meatloaf warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.9 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 135 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 802 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 521 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
