Homey Meat Loaf
Warm, comforting, and packed with classic flavor, this Homey Meat Loaf recipe is your go-to for a hearty family dinner. Made with tender ground beef, finely chopped onion, and a hint of garlic, this dish is elevated with Worcestershire sauce and a touch of ketchup for a perfectly balanced savory-sweet taste. The meatloaf is topped with a rich glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to juicy perfection, this easy meatloaf is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables for a satisfying, wholesome meal that delivers on flavor and nostalgia. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this classic meatloaf recipe is a crowd-pleaser everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup (finely chopped) onion
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for meat mixture)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, and black pepper.
Using your hands or a sturdy spoon, mix the ingredients until well incorporated. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatloaf tough.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down evenly to shape it into a loaf.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to create the glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly across the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.2 g | 254% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.4 g | 387% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 956 mg | 319% | |
| Sodium | 6943 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.6 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.5 g | ||
| Protein | 185.5 g | 371% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 530 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 29.3 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 3886 mg | 83% | |
*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.
