Here’s a classic Meatloaf recipe—moist, flavorful, and topped with a savory glaze. Perfect for a comforting dinner.
Classic Meatloaf
Ingredients (6 servings)
- 2 lbs (900 g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ½ cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). - Mix ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the meatloaf
- Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan (or on a lined baking sheet).
- Add topping
- Spread a thin layer of ketchup over the top of the meatloaf for a classic glaze.
- Bake
- Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and serve
- Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes, vegetables, or a side salad.
💡 Tips:
- For extra moisture, add grated carrots or zucchini to the meat mixture.
- Leftovers are great in sandwiches.
- You can also make mini meatloaves in a muffin tin for individual servings.
If you want, I can give a slow cooker meatloaf version that stays extra moist and is nearly foolproof.
Do you want me to give that slow cooker version?
