Mom's Best Ever Meatloaf

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, ketchup, onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Form into a loaf shape and place in a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
4. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 50 minutes.
5. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Interesting Facts

• Meatloaf is believed to have originated in Germany in the late 19th century.
• The term “meatloaf” was first used in print in the late 1800s.
• The classic American version of meatloaf is made with ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and seasonings.