Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of this Classic Meatloaf Recipe, a dish that effortlessly brings family and friends together. With its savory blend of lean ground beef, aromatic onions, and a tangy ketchup glaze, this meatloaf is not only comforting but also easy to make, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This timeless recipe invites even novice cooks to create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or enjoy it as a delicious sandwich the next day—either way, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced onion
- ¾ cup breadcrumbs
- 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
- 1 Tbsp white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, diced onion, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and tomato paste until mixed well.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf or pack it into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes. While baking, mix ketchup and vinegar.
- After 40 minutes, spread the ketchup mixture 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: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg