Description
Momma’s Meatloaf delivers classic comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, blending ground beef, breadcrumbs, and savory seasonings into a hearty main dish. Home cooks will savor this nostalgic recipe that brings warmth and satisfaction to family dinner tables across America.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 large egg
Bread and Liquid Ingredients:
- 3 slices bread (torn into small pieces)
- 180 milliliters (6 fluid ounces) milk
- 15 milliliters (1 tablespoon) Worcestershire sauce
Seasonings and Spices:
- 7.5 milliliters (½ tablespoon) onion powder
- 120 milliliters (4 fluid ounces) finely chopped onion (alternative to onion powder)
- 2.5 grams (1 pinch) salt
- 2.5 grams (1 pinch) dry ground mustard
- 1 gram (1 dash) black pepper
- 1 gram (1 dash) hot sauce (optional)
- 0.6 grams (1 sprinkle) garlic powder
Instructions
- Configure the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C), ensuring optimal heat distribution for a perfectly cooked meatloaf.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef, whole milk, large egg, crumbled white bread slices, Worcestershire sauce, finely diced yellow onion, kosher salt, ground dry mustard, freshly cracked black pepper, Louisiana-style hot sauce, and granulated garlic powder until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency.
- Gently form the seasoned meat mixture into a compact, symmetrical loaf shape, positioning it centrally within an ungreased 9×5 inch loaf pan or on a rimmed baking sheet to facilitate fat drainage during cooking.
- Carefully spread a thin, even layer of tangy ketchup across the meatloaf surface, creating a glossy and flavorful exterior glaze.
- Transfer the prepared meatloaf to the preheated oven and roast for 60 to 75 minutes, monitoring until the internal temperature reaches precisely 160°F (70°C) using a reliable meat thermometer.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and allow it to rest undisturbed for 5 to 7 minutes, enabling the juices to redistribute and ensuring tender, succulent slices.
- Slice the meatloaf into hearty portions and serve immediately while maintaining optimal warmth and flavor.
Notes
- Letting the meatloaf rest allows juices to redistribute, ensuring each slice stays moist and tender.
- Checking the internal temperature prevents undercooking and guarantees safe, perfectly cooked meat.
- Ketchup glaze adds a tangy sweetness that caramelizes beautifully during baking, creating a delicious exterior.
- Mixing ingredients thoroughly ensures even flavor distribution and a consistent texture throughout the meatloaf.
- Choosing lean ground beef helps control fat content while maintaining the classic comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 384 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg