Entrée: United States – Classic Beef Meatloaf

Serving Size: 8

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 1 hr

Additional 10 min

Total 1 hr 25 min

Ingredients

2 lb / 900 g ground beef
1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) milk
1 / 4 cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) ketchup (for glaze) plus extra for serving
1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk; let soak 2 minutes.
2. Add ground beef, eggs, parsley, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce (if using), salt and pepper; mix gently until just combined.
3. Shape mixture into a loaf and place in a loaf pan or on a baking sheet.
4. Spread ketchup over the top.
5. Bake 55–65 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C); let rest 10 minutes before slicing.