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Easy Meatloaf
This Meatloaf melts in your mouth with a perfect blend of savory, sweet, and hearty flavors! It's our family's beloved classic, effortlessly combining juicy pork and beef with a rich, smoky barbecue glaze, promising a comforting, delicious meal every time. Your plate will be a canvas of cherished, homey tastes that keep you coming back for that 'just one more' slice!
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 386 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup breadcrumbs such as Panko or Italian
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 large onion finely chopped or grated
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ medium green bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup barbecue sauce use your favorite
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉. Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray; set aside.
- Add the breadcrumbs and the milk to a large bowl, and stir it together. Let the breadcrumbs soak in the milk for about a minute.
- Add the rest of the ingredients but only add about ¾ cup of the barbecue sauce to the meat mixture. Mix the entire meat mixture well using your hands or a spoon, but do not overmix.
- Add the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape it into a loaf. Brush with the remaining barbecue sauce over the top of the meatloaf.
- Transfer the loaf pan to the oven and bake for 60 to 80 minutes or until done. Best way to tell when a meatloaf is done is to use an instant-read thermometer. Insert the thermometer into the meatloaf and when it reaches 160℉, it's done.
- Let it sit for 10 minutes before slicing into it.
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Notes
- BBQ Sauce Variations: Feel free to experiment with different flavors of BBQ sauce, whether it's tangy, spicy, or smoky - each one will add a unique twist to your meatloaf.
- Breadcrumb Alternatives: If Panko isn’t in your pantry, traditional breadcrumbs, crushed crackers, or even rolled oats can be substituted in equal measure.
- Vegetable Twist: For added nutrition and a veggie boost, consider mixing in finely chopped mushrooms or zucchini to your meat mixture.
- Resting Time: Letting the meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing helps it retain its juices, ensuring each bite is moist and flavorful.
- Leftover Creativity: Transform leftover meatloaf into delicious sandwiches for lunch the next day or crumble it atop a salad for a protein kick!
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
386kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.4g
Cholesterol
102mg
(34%)
Sodium
850mg
(35%)
Potassium
521mg
(15%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
14g
(28%)
Vitamin A
154IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
70mg
(7%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 386
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 386kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 850mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 521mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 154IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.