Everyone loves meatloaf with a side of mashed potatoes!
🍽️ Classic Meatloaf Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs ground beef (80/20 blend works best)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
For the Glaze:
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon or yellow mustard
Directions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. - Make the Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, milk, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
Mix gently until just combined (avoid overmixing). - Shape the Meatloaf:
Transfer the mixture to your loaf pan and shape it evenly. - Add the Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spread half of the glaze on top of the meatloaf before baking. - Bake:
Bake for 45 minutes. Remove from oven, spread the remaining glaze on top, and return to bake for another 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). - Rest and Serve:
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes or green beans for a classic comfort meal.
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