Joy of Cooking Meatloaf Recipe
Looking for the perfect comfort food dinner? This Joy of Cooking Meatloaf Recipe is simple, juicy and full of flavor. Many families love this classic meal because it is easy and filling.
Ingredients
For Meatloaf
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Glaze
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
Instructions
Prepare the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease your baking dish or line it with foil.
Chop the Onion
- Finely chop the onion pieces. Smaller pieces mix better and cook evenly inside meatloaf.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- Add eggs, milk, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce into a large bowl. Mix well.
Add Seasonings
- Add garlic powder, salt, black pepper and chopped onion into the bowl mixture.
Add Breadcrumbs
- Pour breadcrumbs into the bowl. Stir gently until combined with wet ingredients.
Add Ground Beef
- Place ground beef into mixture. Mix gently using clean hands. Avoid overmixing the meat.
Shape the Meatloaf
- Transfer mixture into baking dish. Shape into a loaf shape with even thickness.
Make the Glaze
- Mix ketchup, brown sugar and mustard together until smooth and fully combined.
Add Glaze
- Spread glaze evenly over the meatloaf surface. Cover all top areas completely.
Bake the Meatloaf
- Bake uncovered for about 55 to 60 minutes until cooked through completely.
Check Temperature
- Insert thermometer into center. Internal temperature should reach 160°F before removing.
Rest Before Serving
- Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes. This keeps juices inside when slicing.
Notes
- Use beef with some fat for better moisture
- Do not overmix meat mixture
- Add shredded carrots for extra moisture
- Use turkey instead of beef if preferred
- Add cheese inside for extra flavor
- Use crushed crackers instead of breadcrumbs
- Let meatloaf rest before slicing