Description
Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dinner table. This classic recipe features a tender, juicy blend of ground beef with a medley of herbs and spices, all topped with a glossy ketchup glaze. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this meatloaf pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes and vibrant green beans. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you’ll have a delicious meal ready to share in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup (plus extra for glazing)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onions, eggs, ketchup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
- Spread additional ketchup on top for glazing.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until it reaches an internal temperature of 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 (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg