Description
The Best Meatloaf Recipe is a comforting classic that brings warmth and satisfaction to any dinner table. This easy-to-make dish combines ground beef with savory ingredients like sautéed onions and a tangy ketchup glaze, ensuring each slice is bursting with flavor. The versatility of this recipe allows you to customize it with your favorite spices or mix-ins, making it perfect for family gatherings or weeknight meals. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love. With simple steps and minimal prep time, you’ll find that making homemade meatloaf is not only rewarding but also incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup ketchup (plus extra for glazing)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar (for sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a loaf pan.
- Sauté the chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, sautéed onions, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet or place it in the loaf pan.
- Spread additional ketchup on top of the meatloaf and sprinkle brown sugar if desired.
- Bake for about 1 hour until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg