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A freshly baked one-bowl easy meatloaf, still warm from the oven.

One-Bowl Easy Meatloaf

This one-bowl meatloaf recipe is incredibly easy to make and delivers a flavorful, juicy result with minimal cleanup. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 6 people

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Whisk
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf

  • 1.5 lbs Ground Beef (80/20 or 85/15 works best for flavor and moisture)
  • 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
  • 0.25 cup Milk
  • 1 Egg large
  • 0.5 cup Onion finely chopped (about half a small onion)
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 0.25 cup Ketchup plus extra for topping
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together milk, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the wet mixture, stir, then add breadcrumbs and mix until just combined, letting it sit for 2-3 minutes.

Cooking

  • Add ground beef to the bowl and gently mix with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a 9x5 inch rectangular loaf.
  • Spread an additional layer of ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Serving

  • Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For variation, you can substitute BBQ sauce for ketchup, or add Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese for an Herb & Cheese meatloaf. Letting the meatloaf rest is crucial for a tender and juicy result.