Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Optional: ½ cup chopped bell peppers or herbs for extra flavor
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Dijon mustard. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish or loaf pan.
- Optionally, top with a glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and vinegar for extra flavor.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
Notes
- For extra moisture, add diced bacon or cheese to the mixture.
- If browning too quickly, cover with foil during part of baking.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness without drying it out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/8th of loaf)
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg