How To Make A Simple Homestyle Meatloaf

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be more budget-friendly.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: store-brand ketchup

Homemade sauce can reduce sugar, while store brands are often cheaper.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

In a large bowl, combine ground chuck, breadcrumbs, crushed tomatoes, and tomato sauce.

Add chopped bell peppers, chopped onions, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper to the mixture.

Mix all ingredients together, using hands if necessary for better mixing.

Divide the meat mixture into halves and place in a baking pan.

Add shredded cheese to the mixture, using about 1 cup or more if desired.

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and drain off excess fat.

Spread ketchup on top of the meatloaf for glazing.

Add a thin layer of tomato sauce on top if desired.

Return the meatloaf to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.

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