Easy Homestyle Meatloaf
This easy homestyle meatloaf is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for a family dinner. It features a delicious blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, and seasonings, topped with a tangy ketchup or BBQ sauce glaze.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Instant-read thermometer
- Small pan
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 lean)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Panko)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Glaze
- 1/2 cup ketchup or BBQ sauce (for glaze)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil, or use a loaf pan.
- If desired, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in a tablespoon of oil for 5-7 minutes until softened, then let them cool slightly.
Mixing and Baking
- In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs, adding the cooled onion and garlic if you sautéed them.
- Mix the ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix, which can make the meatloaf tough.
- Press the mixture into a loaf pan or shape it into an oblong loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread a generous layer of ketchup or BBQ sauce over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Resting
- Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use a mixture of ground beef and ground pork. You can also customize the glaze with a mix of mustard or brown sugar to your liking. Leftover meatloaf makes great sandwiches!