Easy Meatloaf

Health score
5%
Easy Meatloaf
70 min.
8
325kcal

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Craving a comforting, classic dinner that's both satisfying and surprisingly simple? Look no further than this Easy Meatloaf! Forget complicated recipes and hours spent in the kitchen; this recipe delivers a juicy, flavorful meatloaf that's ready in just over an hour. It’s the perfect weeknight meal that the whole family will love, and it’s substantial enough to satisfy even the heartiest appetites.

What makes this meatloaf so special? It's all about the perfect balance of flavors and textures. We're talking tender ground beef, complemented by the subtle sweetness of brown sugar and a zesty tang from mustard. The bread crumbs create a delightful crumb, while the onion adds a savory note that elevates the entire dish.

And the best part? This recipe is incredibly versatile! Feel free to customize it to your own taste preferences. Want to add a little spice? A pinch of red pepper flakes will do the trick. Prefer a sweeter glaze? Add a touch more brown sugar. This meatloaf is truly a blank canvas for your culinary creativity.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to experience the simple joy of homemade meatloaf. Trust me, this is one recipe you'll be making again and again!

Ingredients

  • cup bread crumbs dried
  • tablespoons brown sugar 
  •  eggs 
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef 
  • 0.3 cup catsup 
  • cup milk 
  • tablespoons mustard prepared
  •  onion chopped
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • loaf pan
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the beef, egg, onion, milk and bread OR cracker crumbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste and place in a lightly greased 5x9 inch loaf pan, OR form into a loaf and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar, mustard and ketchup.
  4. Mix well and pour over the meatloaf.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories325kcal
Protein23.01%
Fat54.18%
Carbs22.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.13
Glycemic Load
0.84
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
11.726956522983%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:324.8kcal
16.24%
Fat:19.37g
29.81%
Saturated Fat:7.44g
46.53%
Carbohydrates:18.35g
6.12%
Net Carbohydrates:17.31g
6.3%
Sugar:8g
8.89%
Cholesterol:84.5mg
28.17%
Sodium:502.33mg
21.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.52g
37.03%
Vitamin B12:2.08µg
34.68%
Selenium:19.88µg
28.4%
Zinc:4.01mg
26.75%
Vitamin B3:4.71mg
23.55%
Phosphorus:209.1mg
20.91%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
17.76%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.9%
Iron:2.54mg
14.14%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.39%
Potassium:367.26mg
10.49%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.05%
Calcium:90.24mg
9.02%
Vitamin B5:0.74mg
7.36%
Magnesium:29.33mg
7.33%
Folate:26.79µg
6.7%
Copper:0.11mg
5.44%
Fiber:1.03g
4.13%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.96%
Vitamin D:0.53µg
3.54%
Vitamin K:2.94µg
2.8%
Vitamin A:133.35IU
2.67%
Vitamin C:1.44mg
1.75%
Source:Allrecipes