Description
Classic meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features a savory blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, baked to perfection in a golden-brown crust. Each bite is juicy and packed with flavor, making it a favorite for family gatherings or cozy weeknights. Serve it with mashed potatoes or green beans for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup ketchup (plus more for topping)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or shape it on a lined baking sheet.
- Top with an additional layer of ketchup if desired.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg