Mom's Best Easy Meatloaf Recipe: Comfort Food Done Right

Mom's Best Easy Meatloaf Recipe combines simple ingredients for a hearty meal that's satisfying and packed with flavor.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 5

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf

1 pound Ground Beef lean preferred
1 medium Yellow Onion finely diced
1 cup Fine Bread Crumbs fresh preferred
2 Eggs
1 cup Milk 2% or whole
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Ground Pepper freshly ground

For the Glaze

1/2 cup Ketchup or BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or honey/maple syrup
2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard or Dijon mustard

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
Baking Sheet
Meat Thermometer

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, diced onion, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well incorporated.
Pour milk and beaten eggs over the mixture. Let the breadcrumbs soak for about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle salt and pepper over the mixture and gently combine.
Shape the mixture into a loaf and transfer to the prepared pan.
In a separate bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Pour over the meatloaf.
Bake for 55 to 70 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh breadcrumbs for moisture. Don't skip the resting time for better texture. Check internal temp to avoid overcooking.

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