Our Family Meatloaf

Discover the ultimate comfort food with "Our Family Meatloaf," a timeless classic that's hearty, flavorful, and irresistibly moist. This recipe combines ground beef and pork for a rich, savory base, enhanced by finely chopped onion, garlic, and a medley of seasonings like Italian herbs and Worcestershire sauce. The secret to its tender texture lies in the addition of milk-soaked breadcrumbs, while a sweet and tangy glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard finishes it off to perfection. Baked to juicy completeness in just over an hour, this crowd-pleaser is versatile enough for a cozy family dinner yet special enough for entertaining. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a meal guaranteed to bring everyone to the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons ketchup (for meat mixture)
• 1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and press it down evenly, shaping the top to be slightly domed for a classic meatloaf shape.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard to make the glaze. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 5

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful meatloaf.

Step 7

Slice and serve warm. Enjoy with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1248.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2581.1

Total Fat 153.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 797.5mg	0%
Sodium 5892.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 66.4g
Protein 161.3g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 481.9mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 2267.2mg	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: 53.2%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 21.8%