Meatloaf Recipe: A Hearty Family Favorite
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- ½ lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup ketchup (plus ¼ cup for topping)
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup finely chopped bell pepper or carrots
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet or grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes.
- Mix beef, pork, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, ¼ cup ketchup, Worcestershire, thyme, salt, pepper, and optional veggies.
- Shape into a loaf on the baking sheet or press into the loaf pan. Top with ¼ cup ketchup.
- Bake 60-70 minutes until internal temperature is 160°F (71°C).
- Rest 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Don’t overmix to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Use a thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Bake on a sheet pan for crispier edges.
- Store in fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.