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Classic Meatloaf

Classic Meatloaf

This Classic Meatloaf blends lean ground beef with savory Italian sausage and a rich ketchup-brown sugar glaze, making it perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 286 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • Rimmed sheet pan
  • Small bowl
  • large bowl
  • clean kitchen towel

Ingredients
  

Condiments

  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce divided

Meat

  • 1 ½ pounds 90/10 ground beef
  • 8 ounces mild Italian sausage ground or casing removed

Produce

  • ½ yellow onion grated

Dairy

  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • ¾ cup whole milk

Pantry Staples

  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F with a rack in the center position. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment or foil.
  • In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire sauce.
  • Place the grated onion in a clean kitchen towel and wring out any excess liquid. Transfer the onion to a large bowl. Add the ground beef, sausage, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, salt, Italian seasoning, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire. Mix well, then transfer to the center of the prepared sheet pan. With wet hands, form the mixture into an 8 x 4-inch loaf. Rub the meatloaf with the brown sugar mixture until coated.
  • Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 50 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This meatloaf is best served with a side of mashed potatoes or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 286kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 21gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg
Keyword beef, Classic Meatloaf, comfort food, dinner, Italian sausage, meatloaf
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