Meatloaf Recipe
The Meatloaf Recipe is a dish that's been loved across generations and brings that warm, home-cooked goodness to the table.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish
- Wire rack (optional)
- Mixing spoons
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, ketchup, eggs, salt, black pepper, thyme, oregano, and paprika.
- Use your hands (yes, they're the best tools for the job!) to gently mix the ingredients until they're well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make your meatloaf tough.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish. If you're using a wire rack, place the loaf on the rack within the baking dish.
- Spread a thin layer of ketchup on top of the meatloaf for that perfect glaze.
- Pop the dish into the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Once done, let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing.