Description
Classic Meatloaf is a timeless comfort food that combines savory ground beef with aromatic spices and a tangy ketchup glaze. This hearty dish is perfect for family dinners or casual weeknight meals, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every bite. With foolproof techniques and simple ingredients, even novice cooks can impress their guests with this deliciously nostalgic recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20 meat-to-fat ratio)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup ketchup (divided)
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or loaf pan.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Reserve half of the ketchup for glazing and mix the remainder into the meat mixture for added moisture.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the greased pan. Spread the reserved ketchup evenly on top.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Let it rest before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 95mg