Classic Family Meatloaf Recipe - The Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe Your Family Will Absolutely Love

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often more affordable.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: sugar-free ketchup

💰Cheaper: tomato sauce

Sugar-free ketchup reduces added sugars, while tomato sauce is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free, while water can be used to reduce costs.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, combine 2 eggs, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 cup milk.

Add 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 2 teaspoons black pepper, and 2 teaspoons kosher salt to the mixture.

Grate 1 small onion and 1 carrot, then add them to the bowl.

Mix the wet ingredients and seasonings together until combined.

Add 1/2 cup breadcrumbs to the mixture.

Add 2 lbs of ground beef and mix gently until just combined.

Transfer the mixture into a casserole dish and shape it into a loaf.

Prepare the glaze by mixing 3/4 cup ketchup, 2 oz brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and apply the glaze on top.

Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes.

If the glaze isn't set, broil the meatloaf for a few minutes until desired.

Let the meatloaf rest for 30 minutes before slicing.

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