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Meat Loaf

A comforting meat loaf recipe that balances flavor and texture, served with a delicious glaze.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup for glaze
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar for glaze

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, egg, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup and brown sugar for the glaze.
  5. Spread half of the glaze over the top of the meat loaf.
  6. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour.
  7. After 45 minutes of baking, remove the meat loaf and spread the remaining glaze on top.
  8. Use a meat thermometer to check if the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  9. Let the meat loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes or in a sandwich the next day.