Description
Discover the ultimate juicy and flavorful meatloaf recipe that’s incredibly easy to prepare. Perfectly tender, savory, and customizable, this homemade meatloaf is your go-to comfort food for family dinners and special occasions. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, enjoy a classic dish that turns out consistently delicious every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs (680g) ground beef (preferably 80% lean)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional herbs: parsley, thyme, or oregano
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking dish or loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and herbs. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place in the prepared pan or on a baking sheet. Spread additional ketchup on top if desired.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use high-quality ground beef with some fat for juiciness.
- Rest the meatloaf before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
- You can add grated vegetables like zucchini or carrots for extra moisture and nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/6th of loaf)
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg