Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef (or mixture of beef, pork, or turkey)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: diced bell peppers or shredded cheese for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan or shape into a loaf on the baking sheet. Spread a thin layer of ketchup or glaze on top.
- Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes, vegetables, or your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use a mix of ground meats for extra richness.
- Don’t overmix to keep the meatloaf tender.
- A layer of ketchup or barbecue sauce adds flavor and crust.
- Ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F for safety.
- Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Any
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg