Description
Classic Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort dish that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dinner table. This hearty blend of savory beef, tender vegetables, and a glossy ketchup glaze creates an unforgettable meal that is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its rich flavor and appealing presentation, this meatloaf will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup ketchup (plus more for topping)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
- ¼ cup milk
- Optional: Worcestershire sauce and dried herbs to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until softened.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed veggies, breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, milk, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional herbs. Mix until just combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or shape it into a loaf on parchment paper.
- Spread a layer of ketchup over the top for added flavor.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg