Description
This Classic Meatloaf Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, combining simplicity and flavor to create a dish that resonates with nostalgia. Perfectly moist and savory, it features a delightful blend of lean ground beef, aromatic onions, and a touch of seasoning topped with a tangy ketchup glaze. Ideal for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, this meatloaf can be enjoyed hot or cold in sandwiches the next day. Moreover, its easy preparation makes it accessible for cooks of all skill levels. Whether you’re serving it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or fresh green beans, this classic dish is sure to become a beloved staple in your household.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced onion
- ¾ cup bread crumbs
- ⅓ 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
- 1 Tbsp white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, diced onion, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf shape on the baking sheet or press into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup and white vinegar; spread over the meatloaf after 40 minutes of baking.
- Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 3 oz)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 90mg