Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of this Classic Meatloaf Recipe, a comforting dish that brings warmth to any dinner table. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight meals, this recipe combines lean ground beef with savory spices and a tangy ketchup glaze. Its easy preparation ensures that even busy cooks can whip up this timeless favorite without hassle. Each slice offers rich flavors that appeal to both kids and adults, making it a beloved choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced onion
- ¾ cup bread crumbs
- â…“ cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¾ cup ketchup (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground beef, diced onion, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf or pack it into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.
- While baking, mix ketchup and white vinegar for the topping.
- After 40 minutes, spread the topping over the meatloaf and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg