Brandi's Kid Friendly Meat Loaf

Brandi’s Kid Friendly Meat Loaf is a comforting, home-cooked classic designed with little ones in mind! This easy-to-make meatloaf combines tender ground beef, finely chopped onion, and the perfect blend of seasonings like Worcestershire sauce and a touch of ketchup for a subtle sweetness kids love. Topped with a rich glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard, it bakes to perfection in just over an hour, delivering a moist and flavorful dish that’s sure to please picky eaters. With simple pantry staples and minimal prep time, this kid-approved recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or family dinners. Pair it with mashed potatoes or steamed veggies for a wholesome meal your whole family will adore!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 3 tbsp milk
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 small (finely chopped) yellow onion
• 1 large egg
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 0.25 cup additional ketchup (for glaze)
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, finely chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Using clean hands or a wooden spoon, gently mix until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Be careful not to overwork the mixture, as this can result in a dense meatloaf.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down gently to shape it into an even loaf.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the glaze by mixing the brown sugar, additional ketchup, and yellow mustard until smooth.

Step 6

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf using a spoon or spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with your kid’s favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1427.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2884.2

Total Fat 176.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 825.6mg	0%
Sodium 5289.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 66.2g
Protein 178.1g	0%

Vitamin D 73.3IU	0%
Calcium 428.9mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 2963.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 21.9%