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Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze

Make Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze, an American dinner recipe with ground beef (80/20 preferred), large egg, milk. It has about 1 hr 15 min, about 430 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.

AmericanDinner1 hr 15 min6 servings430 cal/serving
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Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze is an American dinner recipe that takes about 1 hr 15 min, makes 6 servings, has about 430 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.

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Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

How to make Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan, or line a baking sheet with parchment paper if you prefer to free-form the meatloaf.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, lightly whisk 1 large egg with 1/2 cup milk until combined. This forms the wet base for the meatloaf.
  3. Add 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup finely minced yellow onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the bowl. Stir everything together thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Add 1.5 lbs of ground beef to the wet and seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Gently mix with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overmix, which can make the meatloaf tough and dry.
  5. Transfer the meat mixture to your prepared loaf pan and gently press it into an even loaf shape, or form it into a loaf directly on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. In a small separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder until the glaze is smooth.
  7. Spread about two-thirds of the prepared ketchup glaze evenly over the top and sides of the meatloaf. This creates a flavorful crust during baking.
  8. Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) is reached when measured with an instant-read thermometer.
  9. During the last 10 minutes of baking, remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the remaining one-third of the glaze over the top. Return it to the oven to finish baking.
  10. Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This crucial resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the loaf, resulting in a more moist and flavorful dish.

Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze FAQ

How do I make Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze?

Make Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.

What ingredients are in Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze?

The main ingredients include ground beef (80/20 preferred), large egg, milk, plain breadcrumbs, yellow onion. The full ingredient list is included on this page.

How long does Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze take?

This recipe takes about 1 hr 15 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.

How many calories are in Easy Homestyle Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze?

Recipe Genius estimates about 430 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.

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