Good Easy Meat Loaf

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this "Good Easy Meat Loaf" recipe, a classic meal that's simple to make yet bursting with rich, savory flavors! Perfect for busy weeknights, this family-friendly dish comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time using pantry staples like ground beef, breadcrumbs, and milk, with a hint of sweetness from a delicious ketchup and brown sugar glaze. The loaf is baked to juicy perfection in under an hour, creating a hearty, satisfying dish with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Serve this tender, flavorful meatloaf alongside mashed potatoes and steamed veggies for a timeless homemade dinner that everyone will rave about. Ideal for home cooks of all skill levels, this recipe delivers a traditional yet foolproof take on an American classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pounds ground beef
• 0.5 cups onion
• 0.75 cups milk
• 0.5 cups dried bread crumbs
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons prepared mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, milk, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together gently but thoroughly using your hands or a large spoon.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased loaf pan or form it into a loaf shape directly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, mix the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard until well combined. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).

Step 6

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	913.2 grams (913.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1543

Total Fat 94.40g	121%
Saturated Fat 36.90g	185%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 557mg	186%
Sodium 3429mg	149%
Total Carbohydrate 85.40g	31%
Dietary Fiber 3.80g	14%
Total Sugars 40.80g
Protein 96.70g	193%

Vitamin D 134IU	672%
Calcium 379mg	29%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 1733mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.8%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 21.6%