Daniel Harper
@da_ha
Classic Meatloaf with Tomato Glaze
This classic meatloaf recipe combines lean ground beef with a flavorful blend of spices, vegetables, and a tangy tomato glaze. Perfect for family dinners, this dish is hearty, satisfying, and easy to prepare. Serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans for a comforting meal.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:11
- Views:7
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time26 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 2 pounds
- 1 (8 ounce) can
- 1/2 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Meatloaf with Tomato Glaze.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a spacious mixing bowl, blend together the ground beef, rich tomato sauce, crushed saltine crackers, finely chopped onion, beaten eggs, diced green bell pepper, salt, thyme, and marjoram.
Step 3
Stir until every ingredient is harmoniously combined.
Step 4
Form the mixture into two equal loaves and nestle them into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 5
Cover the dish snugly with aluminum foil and let it bake in the preheated oven for one hour.
Step 6
While the meatloaves are baking, whip up a simple glaze by mixing ketchup and light corn syrup in a small bowl.
Step 7
Once the hour is up, carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and peel off the foil.
Step 8
Generously brush the glaze over both meatloaves, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 9
Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the meatloaves are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Step 10
For perfect doneness, an instant-read thermometer should register at least 160°F (70°C) when inserted into the center.
Step 11
Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as you prepare to serve this comforting dish!.