Description
Comfort meets classic with this hearty Meatloaf recipe that brings savory goodness straight to your dinner table. Packed with rich flavors and simple ingredients, you’ll find this dish becomes an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) ground beef
- 2 large eggs
Binding and Moisture Ingredients:
- 0.75 cup (120 grams) breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup (120 milliliters) milk
Flavoring and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for meat mixture)
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce (for meat mixture)
Glaze Ingredients:
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking vessel by lightly greasing a loaf pan or lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Heat the oven to a moderate temperature of 375°F (190°C), ensuring an even cooking environment.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef with breadcrumbs, creating a foundational texture. Incorporate beaten eggs and milk to bind the mixture, then fold in finely diced onions and crushed garlic for aromatic depth.
- Add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Use fingertips to delicately blend ingredients, being careful not to compress the meat, which could result in a dense final product.
- Mold the meat mixture into a uniform loaf shape, either pressing into the prepared pan or crafting a free-form loaf on the baking sheet. Smooth the surface to promote consistent cooking and aesthetic appeal.
- Craft a tangy glaze by whisking together ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Generously brush the mixture across the meatloaf’s surface, creating a glossy, caramelized coating.
- Position the meatloaf in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 50-60 minutes. Monitor the internal temperature, aiming for 160°F (71°C) to ensure thorough cooking and food safety.
- Remove from the oven and allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and ensuring a moist, tender result when sliced.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef with around 85% lean meat to prevent excessive grease and maintain a moist texture.
- Gently mix ingredients to avoid overworking the meat, which can create a dense, tough meatloaf.
- Add extra moisture by soaking breadcrumbs in milk before mixing, ensuring a tender and juicy result.
- Experiment with alternative meat blends like turkey or a mix of beef and pork for different flavor profiles and dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg