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Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe

Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe

Discover the Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe, a hearty dish perfect for family dinners that combines simplicity with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 289

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Ingredients
  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup onion, diced
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
Topping Ingredients
  • ½ cup bbq sauce
  • cup ketchup for the topping
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar for the topping
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard for the topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and coat with non-stick spray, then set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the meatloaf ingredients and mix with clean hands until fully combined.
  3. Press the meatloaf mixture into an 8-inch by 4-inch loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove from oven and increase oven temperature to 400 degrees.
  2. Whisk together the topping ingredients, spread over the meatloaf and continue cooking for 10 to 15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees in the center.
  3. Let meatloaf rest for about 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 865mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite spices or sautéed vegetables for extra flavor. For a lighter option, consider using ground turkey or adding cheese in the center.

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