Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with The Best Meatloaf Ever recipe! This classic dish features a perfect balance of tender, juicy ground beef and a savory blend of seasonings, making it an instant favorite for family dinners or special occasions. With straightforward preparation steps, you can whip up a delicious meal that pleases both kids and adults alike. Serve it with mashed potatoes, enjoy it as a hearty sandwich, or pair it with your favorite sides—this versatile meatloaf is sure to impress at any gathering. Dive into this flavorful delight and make mealtime memorable!
Ingredients
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- 2 eggs
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and spray a large loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, bread crumbs, chopped onion, ground beef, milk, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, tomato paste, minced garlic, and garlic powder. Mix until fully combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the greased loaf pan.
- For the sauce, combine ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Pour half of the sauce over the meatloaf and bake for 30 minutes. Add the remaining sauce and continue baking for an additional 45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Let rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg