Perfectly comforting and incredibly versatile, this Savoury Mince or Meatloaf recipe combines hearty ground beef (or your choice of pork or turkey) with tender breadcrumbs soaked in milk, finely chopped vegetables, and a medley of flavorful seasonings like Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, oregano, and thyme. Topped with an optional glossy ketchup glaze, this baked classic is deliciously moist and easy to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or meal-prep staple. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a one-hour bake, it slices like a dream and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, a crisp side salad, or your favorite steamed veggies. Whether youβre feeding a crowd or planning ahead, this savory meatloaf is a comforting classic youβll turn to time and again.
Preheat the oven to 180Β°C (350Β°F).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to soak up the liquid.
Add the ground beef, finely chopped onion, grated carrot, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well with clean hands or a large spoon until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Lightly grease a loaf tin with olive oil or line it with baking paper for easy removal.
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf tin, pressing it down firmly to ensure there are no air pockets. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
If desired, spread the additional ketchup over the top of the meatloaf for a glossy and flavorful glaze.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75Β°C (165Β°F) and the meatloaf is cooked through.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the tin for 10 minutes before slicing.
Carefully lift the meatloaf out of the tin, slice it into portions, and serve warm with mashed potatoes, a side salad, or steamed vegetables.
Calories |
1981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 119.4 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.6 g | 223% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 5289 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.2 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 111.0 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2235 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.