Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the glaze:
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a baking sheet, ensuring an even shape.
- Whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard to make the glaze. Spread evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the meatloaf for 50-60 minutes until fully cooked and the glaze is bubbly. Check internal temperature to reach 160°F for safety.
Notes
- Let the meatloaf cool completely before slicing for neat servings.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze wrapped portions for up to 3 months for longer storage.
- Feel free to add diced vegetables or cheese for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg