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Delicious slice of homemade meatloaf on a plate with garnish

Go-To Meatloaf

A comforting and simple meatloaf made with seasoned ground beef and topped with a sweet-tangy glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20) for flavor and moisture
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs use panko or regular; for gluten-free, use GF breadcrumbs or oats
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the glaze
  • 1/2 cup ketchup for glaze; part will be used in glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard (Dijon or yellow works)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, add the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a fork to combine until just mixed. Do not overwork the meat.
  3. Shape the mixture gently into a loaf about 8 inches long and place it in a baking dish or loaf pan.
Glaze and Baking
  1. In a small bowl, whisk the glaze: ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and mustard until smooth.
  2. Spread the glaze over the top of the meatloaf evenly and generously.
  3. Bake for about 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (70°C). If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
  4. Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g

Notes

Resting after baking keeps slices from falling apart and lets juices redistribute. If using very lean ground beef, add 1 tablespoon olive oil or a splash of milk to keep the loaf moist. For variation, consider adding cheese or making mini loaves in muffin tins.

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