Description
A classic meatloaf recipe with a savory blend of flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup additional ketchup for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, onion, bell pepper, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
- Mix the ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain texture.
- Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan, shaping it into a uniform loaf.
- Spread the additional ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For a variation, substitute ground turkey or pork for the beef.
- Add diced vegetables such as carrots or celery for extra flavor.
- For a twist, incorporate barbecue sauce instead of ketchup.
- Consider using a meat thermometer for precise cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: meatloaf recipes, classic meatloaf, ground beef recipes