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Meatloaf Recipe Using Oatmeal

This Meatloaf Recipe Using Oatmeal is a comforting dish that combines juicy meat with wholesome oats for a hearty texture.
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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 Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup quick oats
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup ketchup for topping

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Skillet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Spoon or spatula for mixing

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, quick oats, sautéed onion and garlic, milk, ketchup, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  4. Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
  5. Spread the additional ketchup on top of the meatloaf.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  7. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Slice the meatloaf and serve it with your favorite sides.

Notes

Pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, steamed green beans, macaroni and cheese, or roasted carrots.