Here’s a classic meatloaf recipe — savory, moist, and comforting 🍴
🍖 Classic Meatloaf
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 ½ lb (680g) ground beef (or half beef, half pork for extra flavor)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
Topping (optional)
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2️⃣ Mix meatloaf
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients (except topping). Mix gently — don’t overwork.
3️⃣ Shape
Form mixture into a loaf and place in a lightly greased baking dish or loaf pan.
4️⃣ Add topping
Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spread evenly over the top.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake 55–65 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
6️⃣ Rest
Let it sit 10 minutes before slicing to hold shape.
Tips for Moist Meatloaf
- Use half beef, half pork for juiciness
- Don’t overmix — overworked meat makes it dense
- Add finely grated carrot or zucchini for extra moisture
- Line the pan with parchment for easy cleanup
Variations
- BBQ Meatloaf → swap ketchup topping for BBQ sauce
- Italian Meatloaf → add Italian herbs, Parmesan, and marinara topping
- Cheesy Meatloaf → insert mozzarella strips in the center
If you want, I can give you a mini meatloaf muffin version that cooks faster and is fun for meal prep.
