Mom's Famous Meatloaf Recipe

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Mom's Famous Meatloaf Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 17, 2024

This comforting and flavorful meatloaf recipe is a family favorite for generations. Made with a blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, spices, and a secret sauce, this dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Mix the ingredients well until evenly combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  6. Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Meatloaf is a versatile dish that can be customized with different spices and ingredients.
  • Leftover meatloaf makes great sandwiches the next day.
  • Traditionally, meatloaf was a way to use up leftover meat and stretch a family's food budget.