Good Easy Meat Loaf
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this "Good Easy Meat Loaf" recipe, a classic meal that's simple to make yet bursting with rich, savory flavors! Perfect for busy weeknights, this family-friendly dish comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time using pantry staples like ground beef, breadcrumbs, and milk, with a hint of sweetness from a delicious ketchup and brown sugar glaze. The loaf is baked to juicy perfection in under an hour, creating a hearty, satisfying dish with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Serve this tender, flavorful meatloaf alongside mashed potatoes and steamed veggies for a timeless homemade dinner that everyone will rave about. Ideal for home cooks of all skill levels, this recipe delivers a traditional yet foolproof take on an American classic!
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Ingredients
- 1 pounds ground beef
- 0.5 cups onion
- 0.75 cups milk
- 0.5 cups dried bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons prepared mustard
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, milk, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together gently but thoroughly using your hands or a large spoon.
Step 3
Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased loaf pan or form it into a loaf shape directly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 4
In a separate small bowl, mix the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard until well combined. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
Step 6
Remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (913.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1542.8 |
| Total Fat 94.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g | |
| Cholesterol 557.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3428.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 85.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.8g | |
| Protein 96.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 134.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 379.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1733.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories