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Juicy Meatloaf

This juicy meatloaf recipe with a delicious homemade sauce elevates the classic dish to new heights, ensuring it's flavorful and moist every time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Classic choice or substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 cup diced onions Can be sautéed for softer texture
  • 1 cup milk-soaked bread or breadcrumbs For binding
  • 2 large eggs For moisture and binding
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
Meatloaf Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup ketchup Base of the sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Can substitute with maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp mustard Dijon can be used instead
  • 1 dash hot sauce Optional for a kick
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar Optional for added flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, diced onions, milk-soaked bread or breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  3. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, optional hot sauce, and optional apple cider vinegar. Mix well.
  2. Let the sauce chill for 10 minutes before using.
Cooking
  1. Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes.
  2. About halfway through, pour the prepared sauce over the top of the meatloaf.
  3. Allow the meatloaf to rest for a few minutes after baking before slicing.

Notes

For different variations, feel free to use turkey instead of beef, or add in chopped spinach and shredded carrots for extra nutrition. Leftovers are great in sandwiches!