Plain Old Meatloaf
Experience comfort food at its finest with this "Plain Old Meatloaf" recipe—a timeless classic that combines simplicity and flavor in every bite. Made with tender ground beef, soft breadcrumbs, and savory aromatics like onion and garlic, this meatloaf is elevated with a touch of Worcestershire sauce and a perfectly sweet ketchup glaze. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a no-fuss dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a hearty family dinner. Serve it with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a satisfying meal that never goes out of style. If you're looking for the ultimate easy homemade meatloaf, this recipe is your go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup, divided ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, and egg.
Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, 1/2 cup of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley to the bowl.
Using clean hands or a large spoon, mix everything together thoroughly until well combined.
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and gently press it down to form an even loaf shape.
Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf as a glaze.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reads 160°F (71°C) on a meat thermometer.
Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2949 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.6 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.5 g | 352% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 844 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 6062 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.5 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.6 g | ||
| Protein | 185.0 g | 370% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 539 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 3045 mg | 65% | |
*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.
