Try this classic American cottage meatloaf recipe for a hearty and satisfying meal. Made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, onions, and spices, this meatloaf is moist, flavorful, and perfect for a family dinner. Serve it with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Enjoy the rich flavors and comforting aroma of this traditional dish that never goes out of style.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg, beaten
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, paprika, egg, and milk. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape it into a loaf shape.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup and brown sugar. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve hot with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.
- Enjoy your delicious cottage meatloaf!
