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Best Easy Meatloaf


  • Author: emma
  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A simple yet satisfying meatloaf recipe that evokes memories of family and comfort.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, chopped onion, milk, ketchup, barbecue sauce, egg, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix the ingredients by hand until well combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar and additional ketchup, then spread it over the meatloaf.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for one hour, or until fully cooked.
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for about ten minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the ingredients to keep the meatloaf tender. Consider using a meat thermometer to check for doneness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: meatloaf, comfort food, family recipe, easy recipe