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Homemade Meatloaf

Irresistible Homemade Meatloaf: A Comforting Family Classic

Try this Homemade Meatloaf recipe for a comforting family dinner that’s easy to customize and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 large egg helps bind the ingredients together
  • ⅓ cup milk adds moisture
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce infuses a rich umami flavor
  • ½ cup plain breadcrumbs absorbs moisture and adds structure
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning brings a delightful herbal note
  • ½ tsp garlic powder adds a subtle garlic essence
  • 1 tsp salt essential for seasoning
  • ¼ tsp black pepper freshly cracked for a mild kick
  • ½ cup minced onion provides sweetness and moisture
  • 1½ lbs. ground beef (80/20) ensures a juicy meatloaf
For the Glaze
  • ½ cup ketchup offers a sweet and tangy touch
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar balances the flavors
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce adds depth and dimension
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard gives a subtle tang

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine ingredients in a large bowl: crack the egg, pour in the milk, and add Worcestershire sauce, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, minced onion, and ground beef. Mix until well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into a loaf. Place it in a baking dish.
  4. Prepare the glaze by mixing ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard in a small bowl. Spread the glaze generously over the meatloaf.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  6. Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or a fresh garden salad for a complete meal.

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