Why You’ll Love This Grandma’s Classic Meatloaf
- It’s pure comfort food.
- Super easy to make.
- Uses familiar, delicious flavors.
- Perfect for any family dinner.
- Brings back sweet nostalgic memories.
Grandma’s Classic Meatloaf: 1 Nostalgic Comfort
Enjoy a taste of nostalgia with Grandma’s Classic Meatloaf, a comforting and familiar dish perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Spread this mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a moister meatloaf, you can add a bit more milk or use a mixture of ground beef and pork.
- You can also add finely chopped bell peppers or carrots to the meat mixture for extra flavor and nutrients.
- If you prefer a crispier topping, broil the meatloaf for the last few minutes of baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approximately 350
- Sugar: Approximately 8g
- Sodium: Approximately 600mg
- Fat: Approximately 20g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 12g
- Trans Fat: Approximately 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 15g
- Fiber: Approximately 1g
- Protein: Approximately 25g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 100mg