Pork Loaf

Sink your teeth into this hearty and flavorful Pork Loaf, a comfort food classic that's perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Made with tender ground pork, softened breadcrumbs soaked in milk, and a medley of savory ingredients like minced garlic, chopped onion, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, this recipe delivers a moist and flavorful loaf every time. A touch of dried thyme adds a subtle herbal note, while a glossy ketchup topping brings the perfect tangy-sweet finish. With just 15 minutes of prep and baked to juicy perfection in under an hour, this easy pork loaf is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables. Simple, satisfying, and bursting with homemade goodness—your dinner table just found its new star.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 medium (finely chopped) onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 cup (for topping) ketchup

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.

Step 3

Add the ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme to the bowl. Mix everything together thoroughly using your hands or a wooden spoon until the ingredients are well combined.

Step 4

Transfer the pork mixture to a loaf pan, pressing it down gently to form an even surface. Alternatively, shape the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 5

Spread the ketchup evenly over the top of the pork loaf to create a glossy topping.

Step 6

Place the loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) as measured by a meat thermometer.

Step 7

Remove the pork loaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, making for a moist loaf.

Step 8

Slice and serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(826.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2000.5

Total Fat 110.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 638.7mg	0%
Sodium 4946.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 142.8g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 389.9mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 432.0mg	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: 49.7%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 21.8%