Classic Meatloaf
Classic meatloaf is the epitome of comfort food, delivering a savory blend of ground beef, spices, and a sweet glaze that evokes warmth and nostalgia. This timeless dish is perfect for family dinners and can easily be customized to suit different tastes. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, it’s an ideal recipe for busy weeknights when you crave something hearty and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté the chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan or on a lined baking sheet.
- Spread additional ketchup on top for glazing.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg