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Classic Meatloaf Recipe

Classic Meatloaf Recipe with Sweet Ketchup Glaze Delight

This Classic Meatloaf Recipe features a sweet ketchup glaze, making it a family favorite for comforting dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground Beef 80-90% lean
  • 1 cup Quick Oats or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Milk or almond milk
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced or grated
  • To taste Salt
  • To taste Pepper
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard preferably yellow

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, quick oats, milk, egg, onion, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture to the greased loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Pour over the meatloaf.
  5. Bake for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, until a thermometer reads 160°F in the center.
  6. Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping proteins. Perfect for meal prep and leftovers.

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