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Mom's Best Easy Meatloaf

Mom's Best Easy Meatloaf Recipe That Stays Moist Every Time

Mom's Best Easy Meatloaf is a simple, comforting dish that delivers moist texture and delicious flavor every time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Lean ground beef preferred
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion Finely diced
  • 1 cup Fine Bread Crumbs Can substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 2 Large Eggs Lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup Milk 2% or whole milk for richness
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, finely diced onion, and breadcrumbs. Pour milk over breadcrumbs to soak.
  3. Add lightly beaten eggs, salt, and ground pepper to the mixture, and gently mix using hands until just combined.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf approximately 9-10 inches long and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spread glaze over the shaped meatloaf.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-70 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  7. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh breadcrumbs soaked in milk and ensure to rest the meatloaf before slicing to retain moisture.

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