Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef (see beef options)
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- Optional: chopped parsley or your favorite herbs for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, chopped onion, garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or shape it into a loaf directly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf. This enhances flavor and appearance.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef or a beef-pork mix for extra flavor.
- For gluten-free, substitute bread crumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or oats.
- Enhance flavor with chopped herbs like parsley or thyme.
- Use a specific cookware set for easier handling and cleaning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: All dietary options
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
