Description
This Easy Meatloaf Recipe combines ground beef with flavorful ingredients like Worcestershire sauce, onion, and a sweet ketchup glaze to create a classic comfort food that’s simple to prepare and delicious to eat. Perfect for a family dinner, this meatloaf is baked to juicy perfection with a savory-sweet topping.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf
- 1 cup Plain breadcrumbs
- 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20 fat content preferred)
- 1 medium Onion, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
Meatloaf Glaze
- ¼ cup Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and allow it to fully preheat to ensure even cooking of the meatloaf.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, grated onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and salt to the plain breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly but gently until all ingredients are evenly combined without overworking the meat.
- Shape the meatloaf: Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape, roughly 2 inches thick, and place it on a foil-lined baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Bake the meatloaf: Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes to start cooking the interior.
- Prepare the glaze: While the meatloaf is baking, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl to create a sweet and tangy glaze.
- Glaze the meatloaf: Remove the meatloaf from the oven after 30 minutes, spread the prepared glaze evenly over the top, then return it to the oven to bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Check doneness: Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature of the meatloaf. It should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit to be safely cooked. If not done, continue baking in 5-minute increments until this temperature is reached.
- Rest and serve: Once fully cooked, take the meatloaf out of the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute. Afterward, slice and serve.
Notes
- For best results, use ground beef with an 80/20 fat ratio to keep the meatloaf juicy.
- Grating the onion helps to distribute flavor evenly throughout the meatloaf.
- Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing prevents it from drying out.
- You can line the baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.
