Classic Meatloaf Recipe
This Classic Meatloaf Recipe is a delicious blend of lean ground beef, spices, and a savory ketchup topping. A family favorite!
Equipment
- baking sheet
- loaf pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef or beef/pork blend
- 1 cup diced onion chopped small
- 0.75 cup bread crumbs or panko crumbs
- 0.33 cup milk or broth or water
- 2 pcs eggs
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
For The Topping
- 0.75 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Add the lean ground beef, finely chopped onion, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and tomato paste to a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined so the meatloaf stays tender and not dense.
- Create a loaf shape by forming with your hands or by packing the beef mixture into a greased loaf pan and then flipping it over onto the baking sheet. Remove the loaf pan and it will create the perfect loaf shape.
- Bake the meatloaf uncovered and without the sauce topping for 40 minutes. While the meatloaf is cooking, mix together the ketchup and white vinegar. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the ketchup mixture along the top and sides. Bake uncovered for another 10 minutes or until fully cooked inside.
- Once cooked, let the meatloaf sit for 10 minutes to allow the juices inside the meatloaf to distribute evenly. Slice into pieces and serve.
Notes
Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to maintain its juiciness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 22gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 506mgPotassium: 452mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 203IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 3mg
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