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Classic Meatloaf

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Classic Meatloaf is a comforting American dish made with seasoned ground beef, herbs, and a tangy tomato glaze, perfect for a hearty family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup ketchup (for topping)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tsp mustard (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic, milk, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix well until fully combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish or loaf pan.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard for the topping.
  5. Spread the topping mixture evenly over the meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For extra moisture, try adding grated vegetables like carrots or zucchini to the meat mixture. Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed green beans for a classic meal.

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