The Best Amish Meatloaf Recipe

Savor the comforting flavors of homemade tradition with *The Best Amish Meatloaf Recipe*, a hearty classic packed with rich, wholesome ingredients. This recipe combines juicy ground beef, savory onions, and sweet bell peppers with a perfectly seasoned blend of dried thyme, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce for depth of flavor. Moist and tender, thanks to a blend of milk and breadcrumbs, this meatloaf is topped with a tangy-sweet glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Ready in just 80 minutes, this easy-to-make meatloaf is perfect for weeknight dinners or hearty family gatherings. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes and green beans for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Whether you're looking for classic comfort food or a nostalgic taste of Amish-inspired cooking, this is the meatloaf recipe you'll return to time and time again.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20)
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 0.5 medium Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 cup Bread crumbs
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 cup Ketchup (for meat mixture)
• 0.5 cup Ketchup (for glaze)
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, diced onion, diced green bell pepper, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, and 1/4 cup of ketchup. Mix well with clean hands or a mixing spoon until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press it down gently to form an even loaf shape.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf. Reserve the remaining glaze for later use.

Step 6

Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes.

Step 7

After 45 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the remaining glaze over the top. Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Once fully cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Serve warm, paired with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes, green beans, or dinner rolls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1730.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3373.4

Total Fat 205.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1030.7mg	0%
Sodium 5848.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 96.6g
Protein 190.8g	0%

Vitamin D 218.7IU	0%
Calcium 745.4mg	0%
Iron 27.8mg	0%
Potassium 3799.2mg	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: 55.0%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 22.2%