Classic Meatloaf

Old-fashioned comfort food done right — a tender, flavorful beef and pork meatloaf with a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze. Pair with mashed potatoes for the ultimate nostalgic American dinner.

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Servings
8
Calories
420
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
American
Classic Meatloaf - Dinner recipe

Ingredients

  • • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • • 1/2 cup milk
  • • 2 eggs
  • • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, soaked breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Mix gently with your hands until just combined — do not overwork or the meatloaf will be tough.
  4. Step 4: Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Step 5: Mix together ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Spread half over the top of the meatloaf.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 45 minutes. Spread remaining glaze over the top and bake for 15 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  7. Step 7: Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. The resting allows the juices to redistribute.