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A freshly baked meatloaf, still warm from the oven, with a rich glaze.

Proven way to grow your perfect Meatloaf in 5 stepsMeatloaf

This recipe outlines a proven method to create a perfect meatloaf in just five straightforward steps. It focuses on achieving great flavor and texture with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf
  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.5 cup onion, chopped
  • 0.25 cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking dish or loaf pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish or loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Mix all ingredients thoroughly by hand until well combined but do not overmix to keep the meatloaf tender.
Baking
  1. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared baking dish.
  2. Bake for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Notes

For best results, let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes after baking before slicing. This helps retain the juices and makes for a moister meatloaf.