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The Best Meatloaf Ever

A classic meatloaf recipe that is juicy, flavorful, and easy to make. Perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Mixture
  • 1 pound ground beef preferably 80/20
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs plain or Italian
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Topping
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard

Method
 

Prepare the Meatloaf
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix until just combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
Add the Topping
  1. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
  2. Spread the topping evenly over the meatloaf.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  2. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans for a classic meal.

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