Description
Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food, enveloping you in its warm, savory aroma and rich flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this classic dish combines simple ingredients into a delicious meal that feels special any time of the week. With its caramelized ketchup topping and tender texture, this Meatloaf recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf in the prepared pan.
- Spread ketchup generously on top of the loaf.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let the Meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg