Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef (or half beef, half pork for extra flavor)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or crushed cracker crumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- Optional herbs: parsley, thyme, or oregano for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and herbs. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf in a greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet. Spread ketchup over the top of the loaf.
- Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Tent loosely with foil during the first 45 minutes, then remove for browning.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs and high-quality ground meat for better flavor.
- Add diced vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.
- Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender and moist.
- For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed gluten-free crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Includes Meat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg