About this recipe

This easy meatloaf combines ground beef, bread crumbs, and sautéed onions for a classic comfort food that's simple to prepare and perfect for a satisfying family dinner. Topped with a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze, it delivers homestyle flavor with minimal effort.

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to ![350°F] (![347°F]). Lightly grease a loaf pan.

2. 2

   Combine ground beef, onion, milk, bread crumbs, and egg in a large mixing bowl, and season with salt and pepper. Press mixture evenly into the prepared loaf pan.

3. 3

   Stir ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard together in a small mixing bowl until smooth, and spread evenly over the meatloaf.

4. 4

   Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the middle reads at least %[160°F] (%[158°F]).

5. 5

   Note: You can use crushed crackers instead of bread crumbs for added flavor and texture.

6. 6

   Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

How to Store and Freeze Meatloaf Tightly wrap the meatloaf in plastic wrap or aluminum foil (or place it in an airtight container). Store meatloaf in the refrigerator for three to four days.To freeze meatloaf, wrap it in at least one layer of storage wrap followed by at least one layer of foil. For extra protection, place the double-wrapped meatloaf in a zip-top freezer bag labeled with the date. Store meatloaf in the freezer for three to four months.