Our Family Meatloaf
Discover the ultimate comfort food with "Our Family Meatloaf," a timeless classic that's hearty, flavorful, and irresistibly moist. This recipe combines ground beef and pork for a rich, savory base, enhanced by finely chopped onion, garlic, and a medley of seasonings like Italian herbs and Worcestershire sauce. The secret to its tender texture lies in the addition of milk-soaked breadcrumbs, while a sweet and tangy glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard finishes it off to perfection. Baked to juicy completeness in just over an hour, this crowd-pleaser is versatile enough for a cozy family dinner yet special enough for entertaining. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a meal guaranteed to bring everyone to the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup (for meat mixture)
- 1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the meatloaf dense.
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and press it down evenly, shaping the top to be slightly domed for a classic meatloaf shape.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard to make the glaze. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 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. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
Slice and serve warm. Enjoy with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.2 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.2 g | 291% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 798 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 5892 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.4 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.4 g | ||
| Protein | 161.3 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 482 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2267 mg | 48% | |
*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.
