The Best Ever Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or your favorite seasonings)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This is the magic temperature that will turn your loaf of meat into pure deliciousness.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, diced onion, minced garlic, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Dig in with your hands because that’s the best way to mix it all up—just make sure to wash them afterward!
- Once everything is well combined, shape the mixture into a loaf. You want it to look like a loaf of bread, but hey, it’s beefy! Place it into a baking dish lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Add the extra ketchup on top of your meatloaf; it’s like a meaty sweater. This will keep it moist and add some sweet-tart action to the party.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Your house will smell amazing, and you might just find it hard to resist sneaking bites!
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. This is crucial because if you dive in too early, you’ll end up with a plate full of meatloaf mush. Nobody wants mush, trust me!
- Serve with your favorite sides—mashed potatoes, green beans, or maybe even some mac and cheese for a real feast!
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