Classic Meatloaf
Warm, savory, and utterly comforting, this classic meatloaf recipe is a family favorite that transforms any dinner into a cozy gathering. Drizzled with a tangy meatloaf sauce, each slice bursts with flavor and nostalgia. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- For the sauce, combine brown sugar, mustard, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
- Spread half of the sauce over the meatloaf before baking; reserve the rest for glazing later.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until an internal thermometer reads 160°F (70°C). Brush on remaining sauce halfway through baking.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg