June Cleaver's Tv Land Meatloaf

Take a step back in time with "June Cleaver's TV Land Meatloaf," a nostalgic twist on the classic comfort food that will transport you straight into the golden age of television dinners. This retro-inspired recipe combines a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, accented by fresh onion, green bell pepper, and aromatic garlic. Seasoned to perfection with Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and a touch of milk-soaked breadcrumbs for ultimate tenderness, the meatloaf is topped with a rich glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard for that signature sticky-sweet finish. Perfectly baked and rested for juicy, sliceable perfection, this meatloaf pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes and crisp green beans for a hearty, old-school dinner the whole family will love. Ready in just over an hour, this refined yet approachable recipe truly embodies vintage home-cooked charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds ground beef
• 0.5 pounds ground pork
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 cup ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it, or use a loaf pan if preferred.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, chopped green bell pepper, and minced garlic.

Step 3

Add breadcrumbs, milk, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme to the meat mixture. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 4

Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet, or press it evenly into a loaf pan.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard to create the glaze.

Step 6

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) on a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Serve with classic sides like mashed potatoes and green beans for a true retro TV dinner experience. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1592.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3108.5

Total Fat 183.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 862.7mg	0%
Sodium 6383.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 81.6g
Protein 201.7g	0%

Vitamin D 101.7IU	0%
Calcium 457.8mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 2684.5mg	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: 52.1%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 22.5%