How to cook meatloaf?

Meatloaf Recipe Instructions

Here is a simple meatloaf recipe that yields a moist and flavorful dish:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or shape it into a loaf shape on a baking sheet.
4. Bake the meatloaf for 45-50 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
5. While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the glaze by mixing together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl.
6. After the meatloaf has baked for 30 minutes, brush the glaze all over the top of the meatloaf.
7. Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and the meatloaf is cooked through.
8. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips and Variations:

• To add extra flavor, you can add chopped bacon, diced bell peppers, or chopped mushrooms to the meatloaf mixture.
• For a spicy kick, add a diced jalapeño pepper to the mixture.
• To make individual meatloaves, simply divide the mixture into 4-6 portions and shape each portion into a mini loaf.
• You can also make this recipe in a slow cooker. Simply brown the meatloaf in a skillet, then transfer it to the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours.

Enjoy your delicious homemade meatloaf!