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Classic American Meatloaf
75 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
6Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
450 kcalCalories
30 gProtein
25 gCarbs
25 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic American Meatloaf

Traditional dish · American

A comforting and hearty classic meatloaf, made with a blend of ground beef and pork, bound with breadcrumbs and egg, and topped with a tangy ketchup glaze. Perfect for a family dinner.

Ingredients

Servings6
  • Ground beef1 lb
  • Ground pork1 lb
  • Breadcrumbs1 cup
  • Eggs2 large
  • Onion, finely chopped1 medium
  • Green bell pepper, finely chopped1/2 medium
  • Milk1/2 cup
  • Ketchup1/2 cup, plus more for glaze
  • Worcestershire sauce2 tbsp
  • Garlic powder1 tsp
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Black pepper1/2 tsp

Steps

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped onion, chopped green bell pepper, milk, 1/2 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.

  3. 3

    Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup ketchup with 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce for the glaze. Spread evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

  5. 5

    Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

  6. 6

    Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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