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southern meatloaf

Southern Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze: Comfort on a Plate

This southern meatloaf is a comforting dish made with a simple five-ingredient recipe that delivers nostalgia and home-cooked flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground Hamburger Main protein source.
  • 1 large Egg Beaten well before adding.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Can substitute with crushed saltine crackers.
  • 1/2 medium Onion Finely chopped.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Sweet and tangy glaze.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, add the ground hamburger and beaten egg, mixing thoroughly.
  3. Incorporate breadcrumbs and chopped onion into the meat mixture.
  4. Pour in the ketchup and mix until evenly distributed.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan, pressing down gently.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  7. Baste with ketchup during the last 15 minutes of baking.
  8. Check the internal temperature; it should reach 160°F (71°C).
  9. Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe represents traditional southern flavors and is versatile for customization with additional ingredients like vegetables.

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