50 Amazing Classic Meatloaf: Moist, Tender Comfort
A tender and moist classic meatloaf with a tangy ketchup glaze, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup ketchup, plus more for glaze
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, salt, pepper, 1/4 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
- Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
- Spread additional ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf to create a glaze.
- Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra moisture, you can add a tablespoon of olive oil or butter to the meatloaf mixture.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs or spices, such as garlic powder, dried parsley, or thyme.
- If you prefer a crispier glaze, you can broil the meatloaf for the last 5 minutes of cooking, watching it closely to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 of loaf)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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