Easy Meatloaf with Shredded Wheat
Elevate a classic comfort food with this *Easy Meatloaf with Shredded Wheat*! This hearty recipe replaces traditional breadcrumbs with crushed shredded wheat cereal, adding a wholesome touch and a subtly nutty flavor. Combined with ground beef, a savory mix of garlic, onion, and Worcestershire sauce, and topped with a sweet, tangy ketchup-brown sugar glaze, every bite bursts with mouthwatering flavor. Soaking the shredded wheat in milk ensures a tender, moist meatloaf, while the quick 15-minute prep time makes it perfect for weeknight dinners. With just a handful of pantry staples and a one-hour bake, this meatloaf is a stress-free, crowd-pleasing main dish. Serve with buttery mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables, and don’t forget the optional parsley garnish for a fresh pop of color!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 2 cups Shredded wheat cereal
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Onion
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Optional: parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, crush the shredded wheat cereal into fine crumbs.
Pour the milk over the crushed cereal and let it soak for 5 minutes to soften.
Add the ground beef, eggs, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together with clean hands or a sturdy spoon until well combined.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it gently to create an even surface.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining ketchup and brown sugar to create a glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.5 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.7 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 3590 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.8 g | ||
| Protein | 107.6 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2016 mg | 43% | |
*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.
