Savoury Mince or Meatloaf

Perfectly comforting and incredibly versatile, this Savoury Mince or Meatloaf recipe combines hearty ground beef (or your choice of pork or turkey) with tender breadcrumbs soaked in milk, finely chopped vegetables, and a medley of flavorful seasonings like Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, oregano, and thyme. Topped with an optional glossy ketchup glaze, this baked classic is deliciously moist and easy to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or meal-prep staple. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a one-hour bake, it slices like a dream and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, a crisp side salad, or your favorite steamed veggies. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or planning ahead, this savory meatloaf is a comforting classic you’ll turn to time and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef (or other ground meat, such as pork or turkey)
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 60 milliliters milk
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, grated
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon olive oil (for greasing the pan)
• 3 tablespoons additional ketchup (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to soak up the liquid.

Step 3

Add the ground beef, finely chopped onion, grated carrot, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well with clean hands or a large spoon until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Lightly grease a loaf tin with olive oil or line it with baking paper for easy removal.

Step 5

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf tin, pressing it down firmly to ensure there are no air pockets. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.

Step 6

If desired, spread the additional ketchup over the top of the meatloaf for a glossy and flavorful glaze.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and the meatloaf is cooked through.

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the tin for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Carefully lift the meatloaf out of the tin, slice it into portions, and serve warm with mashed potatoes, a side salad, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1012.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1981.2

Total Fat 119.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 625.1mg	0%
Sodium 5289.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.8g
Protein 111.0g	0%

Vitamin D 81.0IU	0%
Calcium 348.8mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 2234.7mg	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: 53.3%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 24.7%