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Meatloaf

thisoldbaker
Homemade meatloaf is a hearty classic, mixing ground beef with breadcrumbs, onions, and a blend of spices. It's baked to perfection and often topped with a tangy glaze that caramelizes in the oven for a mouthwatering finish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 1 minute
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 serviings

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a large loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  • Place all of the meatloaf ingredients in a large bowl
  • Mix with spoons or hands until fully combined.
  • Shape into a loaf and place into a well-greased loaf pan
  • Combine the ingredients for the sauce in a small saucepan, bring to a boil and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour half of the sauce over the meatloaf.
  • Place pan in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and add the rest of the sauce. Then return to the oven and bake for another 45 minutes or until the internal temp reaches 160°F.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest a bit before slicing.

Notes

Sauté the onion before mixing it into the beef mixture. Sautéing will release the onion’s flavors, making your meatloaf even more flavorful.
While messy, mixing the raw meatloaf mixture with your hands is the best way to make sure all the ingredients are well combined.
Do not overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing will make the meatloaf dry and dense.
Letting the meatloaf rest is an important step in this delicious recipe. It makes the meatloaf easier to slice but also allows time to lock in the juices.