Classic American Meatloaf
A straightforward recipe for a moist and flavorful classic American meatloaf, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 60 min
- Total Time: 75 min
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup ketchup, plus more for topping
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Optional: 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Optional: 1/4 cup brown sugar for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, beaten eggs, milk, 1/4 cup ketchup, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce if using.
- Mix the ingredients gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the meatloaf tough.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf shape on a baking sheet or in a loaf pan.
- If you are using a glaze, mix additional ketchup with brown sugar and spread it evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a moister meatloaf, you can add a tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the meat mixture.
- Serve with your favorite mashed potatoes and a side of green beans for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and are great for sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg