Description
Ina Garten’s Meatloaf (Easy Recipe) is a comforting classic that combines a blend of ground beef, aromatic seasonings, and a tangy glaze to create a dish that is both moist and flavorful. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make meatloaf is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple preparation, this recipe invites you to infuse your personal touch by adding your favorite herbs or spices. Whether served hot from the oven or as delicious leftovers in a sandwich, this meatloaf will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- Ground beef (80-85% lean)
- Fresh garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Medium onion (1, chopped)
- Eggs (2)
- Bread crumbs (1 cup)
- Worcestershire sauce (2 tbsp)
- Milk (⅓ cup)
- Italian seasoning (1 tsp)
- Ketchup (¾ cup) for glaze
- Brown sugar (2 tbsp) for glaze
- Mustard (1 tbsp) for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan or rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, chopped onion, eggs, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and shape it into a loaf.
- For the glaze, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard in a small bowl until smooth. Spread half over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C), spreading the remaining glaze on top during the last 10 minutes.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg