Description
A timeless American classic meatloaf that balances flavor and nostalgia, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef (or a mix of beef and turkey)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian-seasoned for extra flavor)
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- Optional: 1 cup grated cheese (like cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with onion, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- If adding cheese, fold that into the mixture gently.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Top your meatloaf with a layer of ketchup.
- Place the meatloaf in the oven and bake for about 60 minutes.
- Once cooked, let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Try using whole grain breadcrumbs for added fiber or experiment with grated vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg