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This meatloaf recipe is a classic dish made of lean ground beef mixed with a savory combination of seasonings, topped off with a homemade meatloaf sauce.

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5 from 41 votes

There are many meatloaf recipes that exist, but this is by far my favorite. This recipe makes the tastiest meatloaf. It has a unique and delicious flavor while still delivering the traditional dish we all know and love. It’s so easy to make the sauce that goes with it, and it’s the perfect finishing touch. You’re going to love this hearty meal.

Here are two more of our most flavorful beef recipes. These Balsamic Glazed Steak Rolls are a unique and delicious way to enjoy your next steak dinner. And you simply can’t go wrong with these classic Sloppy Joes.

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INGREDIENTS FOR MEATLOAF

You will need: 

MEATLOAF

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 lbs lean hamburger
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

SAUCE

• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

SUBSTITUTIONS and additions

Protein: When making this dish you can swap out the lean hamburger for another type of meat if you’d like. Ground chicken meatloaf or ground turkey meatloaf are two other good options. 

Onions: If you’re not a fan of onions, this recipe can be made without them.

HOW TO MAKE THIS MEATLOAF RECIPE

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a large loaf pan with nonstick spray.

STEP TWO: Place all of the meatloaf ingredients in a large bowl.

STEP THREE: Mix with spoons or hands until fully combined.

STEP FOUR: Shape into a loaf and place into a well-greased loaf pan.

STEP FIVE: Combine all of the ingredients for the sauce in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Then simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.

STEP SIX: Pour half of the sauce over the meatloaf.

STEP SEVEN: Place pan in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.

STEP EIGHT: Remove from the oven and add the rest of the sauce. Then return to the oven and bake for another 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.

STEP NINE: Remove from the oven and let it rest a bit before slicing.

STORAGE

IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftover meatloaf in an airtight food container or wrap it tightly in aluminum foil. Place in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

IN THE FREEZER: Cooked, leftover meatloaf can be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap the meatloaf tightly in plastic and foil. Then, place in a freezer bag. Defrost meatloaf in the fridge before baking.

This homemade meatloaf recipe is a classic home-style meal. Lean ground beef mixed with a savory combination of seasonings then topped off with a delicious meatloaf sauce. You can’t go wrong with this simple traditional dinner.

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Meatloaf

This meatloaf recipe is a classic dish made of lean ground beef mixed with a savory combination of seasonings, topped off with a homemade meatloaf sauce.

5 from 41 votes

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 369kcal

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Ingredients

MEATLOAF

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 onion chopped
• 2 lbs lean hamburger
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp garlic powder

SAUCE

• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a large loaf pan with nonstick spray.
• Place all of the meatloaf ingredients in a large bowl
• Mix with spoons or hands until fully combined.
• Shape into a loaf and place into a well-greased loaf pan
• Combine the ingredients for the sauce in a small saucepan and bring to a boil and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Pour half of the sauce over the meatloaf.
• Place pan in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and add the rest of the sauce. Then return to the oven and bake for another 45 minutes or until the internal temp reaches 160 degrees.
• Remove from the oven and let it rest a bit before slicing.

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Nutrition

Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 937mg | Potassium: 791mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 264IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 5mg

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