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Meatloaf Recipe Alton Brown

A comforting and flavorful meatloaf that's easy to make and perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup dried bread crumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Meat thermometer
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, milk, bread crumbs, eggs, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard.
  5. Spread half of the glaze over the top of the meatloaf.
  6. Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour.
  7. After 45 minutes of baking, add the remaining glaze on top.
  8. Once cooked, let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans for a classic meal.