Meatloaf Recipe

Classic Meatloaf Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Glaze

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Mix gently until everything is just combined. Avoid overmixing.
4. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan.
5. Mix the glaze ingredients together and spread evenly over the top.
6. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches a safe internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
7. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
8. Serve warm with mashed potatoes, green beans, or your favorite sides.

Meatloaf Recipe

This classic homemade meatloaf is tender, juicy, and topped with a sweet and savory ketchup glaze. It’s an easy comfort-food dinner made with simple ingredients and perfect alongside mashed potatoes and green beans.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For the Meatloaf:
• 2 lbs 900 g ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup 100 g breadcrumbs
• ½ cup 120 ml milk
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• For the Glaze:
• ½ cup 120 g ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Method

 

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Mix gently: Use your hands or a large spoon to combine everything just until evenly mixed. Avoid overmixing so the meatloaf stays tender.
4. Shape the meatloaf: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and shape it into an even loaf.
5. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
6. Add the glaze: Spread about half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
7. Bake: Bake for 45 minutes. Spread the remaining glaze over the top and continue baking for another 15–20 minutes, or until the center reaches 160°F (71°C).
8. Rest: Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
9. Serve: Slice and serve warm with mashed potatoes, green beans, or your favorite sides.

Notes

• Do not overmix the ground beef mixture, as this can make the meatloaf dense.
• Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing helps it hold together better.
• For a richer flavor, you can substitute part of the ground beef with ground pork.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
• Meatloaf can also be sliced and reheated for sandwiches.