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Classic American Meatloaf: A Delicious Family Favorite!

Classic American Meatloaf is a delicious and hearty dish that is a family favorite, perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup ketchup plus extra for topping
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spread half of this mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. After 30 minutes, spread the remaining ketchup mixture on top.
  6. Continue baking until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a healthier twist, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
  • You can also add chopped bell peppers or carrots to the meat mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • If you prefer a spicier kick, mix in some hot sauce or diced jalapeños.

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