My Meatloaf 101
Discover the ultimate comfort food with "My Meatloaf 101," a classic recipe that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Featuring a perfectly balanced blend of 80/20 ground beef, savory breadcrumbs, creamy milk, and two eggs for tenderness, this meatloaf hits all the right notes. A touch of Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and finely diced onion infuses rich flavor, while a tangy ketchup glaze with brown sugar and apple cider vinegar brings a sweet and zesty finishing touch. This hearty, homemade meatloaf comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and bakes to juicy perfection in under an hour. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes and crisp green beans for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal the whole family will love. Perfect for weeknights or Sunday dinners, this meatloaf is a timeless classic you’ll turn to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 Eggs
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, diced onion, 1/4 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Transfer the meat mixture to a lightly greased loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
In a small bowl, prepare the glaze by mixing 1/2 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 55-60 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.
Serve warm, and enjoy your homemade meatloaf with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or green beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.9 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.1 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1025 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 6382 mg | 277% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.2 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.0 g | ||
| Protein | 188.0 g | 376% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 26.5 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 3274 mg | 70% | |
*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.
