This classic meatloaf recipe is a true American comfort food staple. With a perfect blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, onions, and seasoning, this dish will bring back memories of family dinners around the table. Serve with mashed potatoes and gravy for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, ketchup, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place in a loaf pan.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Interesting Facts
Meatloaf dates back to ancient Roman times when it was a way to stretch expensive meat with breadcrumbs or grains.
In the United States, meatloaf became popular during the Great Depression as a cost-effective and filling meal.
Meatloaf is often associated with home cooking and family gatherings, making it a nostalgic dish for many people.