Paula Deen's Old Fashioned Meatloaf is a timeless comfort food recipe that brings classic Southern flavors to your table. Made with savory ground beef, finely chopped onion and bell pepper, and a touch of warm spices, this hearty main dish is bound together with soft pieces of white bread soaked in milk for unbeatable tenderness. Topped with a rich, tangy glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard, this meatloaf bakes to perfection with a sweet and savory crust that complements every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this easy meatloaf recipe is the perfect go-to for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings. Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a satisfying, nostalgic meal.
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, chopped bell pepper, milk, salt, and pepper.
Tear the bread slices into small pieces and add them to the mixture in the bowl.
Add the eggs to the bowl and mix everything together thoroughly using your hands or a wooden spoon.
Shape the mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a lightly greased loaf pan or baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to form a glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly on top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serving size | (1232.5g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2083.3 |
Total Fat 135.8g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 53.6g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
Cholesterol 834.6mg | 0% |
Sodium 3643.8mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 86.1g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
Total Sugars 41.8g | |
Protein 139.3g | 0% |
Vitamin D 135.7IU | 0% |
Calcium 439.0mg | 0% |
Iron 16.7mg | 0% |
Potassium 2424.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories