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Mom's Best Easy Meatloaf

Mom's Best Easy Meatloaf – Comfort Food with a Tangy Twist

Mom's Best Easy Meatloaf is a comforting, easy-to-make recipe full of savory flavors and topped with a tangy glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use an 80/20 blend for rich flavor and perfect moisture.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Freshly diced, finely chopped for even distribution.
  • 1 cup Fine Bread Crumbs Soaked in milk for tenderness; avoid dried breadcrumbs.
  • 2 Eggs Large and lightly beaten, act as a binder.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use 2% or whole milk for moisture.
  • 1 tsp Salt Season generously to enhance all flavors.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Pepper Add according to taste.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Choose a good-quality ketchup.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Balances ketchup's acidity.
  • 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard Offers a nice tang.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Oven
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, diced onion, and fine breadcrumbs. Soak breadcrumbs in milk for moisture.
  3. Add the lightly beaten eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on the baking sheet, ensuring a smooth surface.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard for the glaze. Spread it over the loaf.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-70 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  7. Allow resting for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For variation, try adding herbs or spices like garlic or parsley. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze unbaked for 6 months.

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