Description
This classic meatloaf recipe is a comforting and hearty dish made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a sweet and tangy ketchup-based topping. Perfect for a family dinner, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¾ cup ketchup (divided)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet with foil or a non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and ½ cup ketchup. Mix until fully combined.
- Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the remaining ¼ cup ketchup with brown sugar and mustard. Spread this sauce over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can use a meat thermometer to ensure it’s fully cooked (160°F is ideal).
- Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing helps it stay together and makes it easier to serve.
- Leftovers make great sandwiches the next day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
