Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional toppings: additional ketchup or barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or shape it into a free-form loaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread ketchup or barbecue sauce on top of the loaf.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain juiciness and make serving easier.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by adding chopped bell peppers or shredded carrots.
- Mix in cheese or herbs like thyme or parsley for extra aroma.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Try different glaze toppings like honey mustard or spicy ketchup for variation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Main Dish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
