Classic Comfort Meatloaf
A hearty, flavorful meatloaf with a crispy crust and juicy interior, perfect for family dinners. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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
- 800 g ground beef
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Step 2: Press mixture into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan, shaping it into a compact loaf. Top with a dollop of ketchup for a glaze.
- Step 3: Bake for 60-70 minutes until internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and top is golden-brown. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
- Step 4: Serve with mashed potatoes and gravy, or a green salad for balance.
