Classic American Meatloaf
A hearty, savory meatloaf with a crispy crust and juicy interior, the best comfort food for any occasion. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 110 minutes, pairs ground beef, ground pork, onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5kg ground beef
- 500g ground pork
- 1 onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix ground beef, pork, finely chopped onions, minced garlic, ketchup, brown sugar, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 2: Form into a loaf, then press bread crumbs and an egg into the top for a crispy crust.
- Step 3: Bake for 60-70 minutes until golden and cooked through, then let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Step 4: Serve with mashed potatoes and a side of gravy for the best comfort food experience.
