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Classic Meatloaf

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Classic Meatloaf isn’t just a comforting dinner; it’s a culinary time machine that takes you back to cozy family dinners around Grandma’s table. The hearty aroma of ground beef and pork mingling with onions and garlic fills the air, echoing those evenings where life felt a little simpler. Grandma would slide the heavy, well-worn loaf pan into the oven, her smile warm and reassuring as she promised, “It’ll be ready soon.” The ketchup glaze caramelizing on top was her secret touch—a sweet and tangy finish that brought everything together. Served with creamy mashed potatoes or buttered peas, it was a meal made to nourish both the body and the soul. Though today's version might come with tweaks like panko breadcrumbs for texture or a dash of Worcestershire sauce for depth, the essence remains unchanged—rich, comforting, and timeless.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Americain, Canadian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 lb lean ground pork
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs I use Kikkoman Panko
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup low-fat milk
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 ketchup for topping

Equipment

  • 1 large bowl For mixing all ingredients together.
  • 1 Large Loaf Pan (9x5 inches) To shape and bake the meatloaf.
  • 1 cutting board For chopping the onion and garlic.
  • 1 Sharp Knife For finely chopping the onion and garlic.
  • Measuring cups and spoons For accurately measuring ingredients.

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F
  2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, ground pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
  4. Spread 1/4 cup of ketchup over the top of the meatloaf.
  5. Bake for 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the top is slightly caramelized.
  6. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 250gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gCalcium: 150mgIron: 4.5mg

Notes

Add some sliced pearl onions for some extra flavour to the meat mixture.
  • The nutrition values are estimated based on common ingredients and portion sizes.
  • Variations may occur depending on specific brands of breadcrumbs, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce used.
  • Adding sliced pearl onions or other extra ingredients will slightly alter the nutrition values.

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