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Description
This Flavor-Packed Meatloaf recipe delivers a juicy and delicious meatloaf experience. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, and egg.
- Add onion, green bell pepper, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands.
- Optional: Gently fold in shredded cheddar cheese.
- Shape mixture into a loaf and place in a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a juicier meatloaf, add a tablespoon of olive oil to the mixture.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef.
- Add a glaze of ketchup and brown sugar for a sweeter flavor.
- Make ahead: Prepare the meatloaf and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg