Momma's Meatloaf

Momma's Meatloaf

from thestayathomechef.com
Main Dish
75 min
6 servings
411 kcal / serving

Momma's Meatloaf is a classic meatloaf that has the best flavor. This recipe is easy to make, holds together, and has the best glaze on top!

Ingredients

  • 2 poundsground beef (85/15 or leaner preferred)
  • ½ cupdiced white onion
  • 1 cupplain bread crumbs
  • ½ cupmilk (whole, 2%, 1%, or skim)
  • 1 largeegg
  • 2 tablespoonsworcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoonsalt
  • 1 teaspoondried basil
  • 1 teaspoondried oregano
  • ½ teaspoonblack pepper
  • ½ teaspooncrushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ cupketchup
  • 2 tablespoonsbrown sugar
  • 1 tablespoonworcestershire sauce

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 pounds ground beef, 1/2 cup diced white onion, 1 cup plain bread crumbs, 1/2 cup milk, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Knead the mixture with clean hands until well combined. Do not overmix.

  3. 3

    Shape the meat mixture into a loaf approximately 8 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 2 inches high, and place it centered in the prepared baking dish.

  4. 4

    Bake for 45 minutes.

  5. 5

    While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce until smooth.

  6. 6

    Remove meatloaf from oven and carefully brush the glaze over the top.

  7. 7

    Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (205°C) and return the meatloaf to the oven. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) as measured with a food thermometer.

  8. 8

    Let the meatloaf rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot.