Description

Transport yourself back to a simpler time with The Meatloaf Every 1950s Kitchen Loved! This isn’t just any meatloaf; it’s a juicy, flavorful centerpiece perfect for family dinners or a comforting meal on a chilly evening. Imagine the aroma filling your kitchen, evoking memories of home-cooked goodness. Inspired by traditional family recipes, this meatloaf is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Scale

1 kg / 2.2 lbs Ground Beef (lean or medium-lean)
1 Large Onion, finely chopped (about 150g/ 1 cup)
2 Large Eggs, lightly beaten
120 ml / ½ cup Milk
120g / 1 cup Bread Crumbs (plain or seasoned)
60 ml / ¼ cup Ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce (or soy sauce for a milder alternative)
1 tsp Dried Thyme
1 tsp Dried Rosemary
½ tsp Garlic Powder
Salt and Pepper to taste
Topping: 120 ml / ½ cup Ketchup (for glazing)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 175°C / 350°F.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, beaten eggs, and milk.
Mix well to ensure even distribution.
Then, add the bread crumbs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Gently mix all ingredients together with your hands until just combined.
Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough meatloaf.
Transfer the mixture to a 9×5 inch loaf pan and shape it evenly. The key is to be gentle.
Spread the remaining ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 71°C / 160°F. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5
Sodium: 400
Fat: 20
Saturated Fat: 8
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 1
Carbohydrates: 20
Fiber: 2
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 100

Keywords: meatloaf, ground beef, comfort food, classic recipe, easy dinner