Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this easy and delicious meatloaf recipe, perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Tender and juicy, this classic dish combines ground beef with savory seasonings and a sweet ketchup glaze. Serve it with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, eggs, ketchup, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Brush with additional ketchup during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Let rest before slicing and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added moisture, mix in grated zucchini or finely chopped mushrooms. - Substitute ground turkey for a leaner alternative. - Experiment with spices like Worcestershire sauce or Italian seasoning for unique flavors.