Last Minute Meatloaf
When time is tight but you're craving a comforting classic, this Last Minute Meatloaf recipe delivers hearty, flavor-packed results in under an hour! Made with a simple yet satisfying combination of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a tangy blend of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, this quick meatloaf is elevated by a sweet and savory glaze that caramelizes to perfection as it bakes. With just 10 minutes of prep and 40 minutes in the oven, you're rewarded with a moist and tender meatloaf that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or a crisp side salad. Ideal for busy weeknights, this fail-proof recipe proves that fast doesn't mean compromising on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for topping)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (for topping)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Use clean hands or a spoon to gently mix the ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Alternatively, press the mixture evenly into a loaf pan.
In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard for the topping. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy with mashed potatoes or a side salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.5 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.9 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 502 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 5686 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.2 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.3 g | ||
| Protein | 101.7 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1760 mg | 37% | |
*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.
