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Natasha's Kitchen Meatloaf

A classic meatloaf recipe that combines tender meat, savory spices, and a tangy glaze for an irresistible dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup ketchup for glaze
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a loaf pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, ketchup, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  4. Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan, shaping it into an even loaf.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the ketchup and brown sugar to prepare the glaze.
  6. Spoon the glaze over the top of the meatloaf, spreading it evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  8. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Serve with sides like mashed potatoes and veggies for a complete meal.