Easy Meatloaf (Printable Recipe)
Quick traditional meatloaf with sweet ketchup glaze. Simple ingredients, delicious results for comfort food.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Components
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1½ pounds ground beef
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1 large egg
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1 onion, chopped
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1 cup whole milk
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1 cup dried bread crumbs
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salt and pepper to taste
→ Glaze
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⅓ cup ketchup
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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2 tablespoons prepared mustard
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
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Combine ground beef, chopped onion, milk, bread crumbs, and egg in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Transfer mixture into prepared loaf pan, pressing gently to form an even loaf.
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Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard in a small bowl until well combined. Pour over meatloaf and spread evenly across the top.
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Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F and meat is no longer pink in center.
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Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving hot.
# Extra Tips:
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Can substitute crushed crackers for bread crumbs if preferred
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Use instant-read thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F
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For mini loaves, reduce cooking time accordingly