Description
Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food—juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. This classic recipe uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen and delivers a perfectly moist, tender meatloaf every time. Whether you’re making it for a weeknight dinner or a Sunday family meal, this dish is always a winner!
Ingredients
- Ground Beef – 1 1/2 pounds (80/20 or 85/15)
- Breadcrumbs – 3/4 cup (regular, panko, or crushed crackers)
- Eggs – 2 large eggs
- Milk – 1/2 cup
- Onion – 1/2 cup finely chopped
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Ketchup – 1/4 cup (for the meat mixture) + 1/4 cup (for the glaze)
- Worcestershire Sauce – 1 tablespoon (for the meat mixture) + 1 teaspoon (for the glaze)
- Salt – 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper – 1/2 teaspoon
- Brown Sugar – 1 tablespoon (for the glaze)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -
Mix the Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine:-
1 ½ pounds ground beef
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¾ cup breadcrumbs
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2 eggs
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½ cup milk
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½ cup finely chopped onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
Mix gently with your hands until just combined (don’t overmix, or the meatloaf will be tough).
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Shape the Meatloaf:
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Transfer the mixture to the loaf pan or shape it into a freeform loaf on a baking sheet.
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Smooth the top for even cooking.
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Make the Glaze:
In a small bowl, mix:-
¼ cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
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Bake the Meatloaf:
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Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
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Notes
- Don’t Overmix – Mix just until combined to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Use a Meat Thermometer – Ensures perfect doneness without drying out.
- Let It Rest – This allows juices to redistribute, keeping the meatloaf moist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 125mg