I think it's always a good idea to have a solid meatloaf recipe on hand. This is it; no weird or unusual ingredients, packed with flavor, and a great texture. Recipe and photo from Real Housemoms.
Ingredients
Glaze:
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
Meatloaf:
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup quick cooking oats
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Place a wire rack inside a large baking sheet. Cover wire rack with a piece of aluminum foil. Set aside.
- In a small bowl mix together glaze ingredients and set aside.
- In a large bowl mix all of the meatloaf ingredients until well combined. Place mixed meatloaf on a prepared baking sheet and shape into a 9X5 inch loaf. Spread half of the glaze all over the top and sides of meatloaf.
- Bake for 30 minutes. Spreading remaining glaze over the top and sides of meatloaf. Bake for 35 - 45 minutes longer, or until thermometer registers 160ºF. Let meatloaf rest 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
