Classic Meatloaf
Classic Meatloaf is a timeless comfort food that envelops your taste buds in savory goodness. With its delicious blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and spices topped with a tangy ketchup glaze, this dish brings warmth and nostalgia to family dinners. Easy to prepare and versatile, it pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or roasted veggies, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Gather your loved ones around the table and savor every bite of this heartwarming classic!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup ketchup (divided)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, diced onion, eggs, half of the ketchup, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and transfer it to the prepared pan.
- Spread the remaining ketchup over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix in Worcestershire sauce or BBQ sauce. - Substitute ground beef with turkey or add grated vegetables like carrots for extra nutrition. - Leftover meatloaf can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.