Meatloaf is a recipe that everyone should know how to make! Mom’s Classic Meatloaf is just that…. THE BEST! Comfort food at its finest!
Believe it or not, one of my favorite recipes growing up was mom’s meatloaf. Perfectly moist, packed with flavor, and the one meal I requested for my birthday dinner! Each year, my mom would make my brother and I whichever meal we wanted for our birthdays, and this tasty dish was my go-to. Served with mashed potatoes and a veggie, I would be one happy girl!
Mom’s Classic Meatloaf is a family favorite recipe that has the best flavor! This meatloaf recipe is easy to make, holds together, and has an incredible glaze on top!
My dad and brother weren’t fans of meatloaf, so they didn’t particularly love my birthday choice each year, ha-ha!
A few months back, my mom tweaked her go to meatloaf recipe and it’s even better (didn’t know that was even possible)! The ketchup sauce she covers it with is one of my favorite parts about this! Even my dad enjoys it nowadays!!
Now that I have a family of my own, it’s fun cooking dishes I loved as a kid. My three kids enjoy meatloaf and scrape their plates clean each time this is served!
This dish is classic comfort food at its finest! So many different varieties out there, but this one is a must try! If you’re looking for a hearty meal to serve your family, look no further!
Plus, isn’t mom’s cooking always a winner?!?!
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Ingredients Needed for Mom’s Classic Meatloaf:
- Ground Beef
- Quick Oats
- Milk
- Egg
- Onion
- Salt/Pepper
- Ketchup
- Brown Sugar
- Mustard
How to prepare:
- In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, oats, milk, egg, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to a loaf pan and press meat mixture evenly into pan.
- In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
- Spread mixture evenly on top of meat mixture.
- Place pan in preheated oven, 350 degrees, and bake for about 75 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow to set up for a few minutes before serving!
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Mom’s Classic Meatloaf
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef
- ¾ cup quick oats
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 egg
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 1 ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅔ cup ketchup
- 4 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a medium bowl, combine the beef, oats, milk, egg, onion, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to incorporate everything.
- Transfer meat mixture into a loaf pan and press down evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
- Pour mixture evenly on top of meatloaf.
- Place pan into preheated oven and cook for 1 hour and 15 minutes (keep an eye on it as oven temps vary).
- Remove from oven and let stand for about 5 minutes before serving! Enjoy!
Brenda DeBerry says
for a little bit of zing i put barbque sauce in with the glaze on top
Kristin says
Such a great variation!! Yum!
Kathi says
What type of mustard are you using in your recipe? Yellow, poupon, dried mustard spice?
Kristin says
I use yellow mustard, however, we have also used Dijon and its been great! Enjoy!
Kathi says
Thank you very much for such a quick reply. I will be making it this week.
Kristin says
Be sure to keep me posted what you think!!
Mary Beth says
Excellent recipe and I will use it from now on. Thank you and I enjoy all your posts.
Kristin says
Yay!! So glad you enjoyed and love hearing that you enjoy the recipes!!
Barbara Smith says
I am going to try this meatloaf tonight. thanks
Kristin says
Yay! Keep me posted what you think! It is a favorite in my house! Comfort food at its finest!
Sharyn says
Your mom’s meatloaf recipe is the same exact recipe as my mom’s, right down to the ketchup sauce on top. I can safely say I have been enjoying this meatloaf since the 1950s. Everyone, give this recipe a try, you will be glad you did.
Kristin says
Awww, love that! It is definitely a classic family recipe! That sauce may just go down as my fav part!!
sharon kelly says
My mom made this recipe as well, I think it was from Ann Landers or Dear Abby. It was great, a classic, thanks for finding it for me
Kristin says
Such a classic recipe! Enjoy!
Mysti says
I have made this meatloaf for years and throw in a cup of shredded cheese when lots of kids around. I make mini loaves on rimmed cookie sheet, same temp about an hour.
Kristin says
Oh, I love that idea! What a great addition!! Thanks for sharing, I will need to try that too!!
Cindy says
Meatloaf is my most favorite meal. I use Italian breadcrumbs and also put a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Yummy!
Kristin says
Sounds delicious too! It is definitely my fav! Such tasty comfort food!