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    Mom’s Classic Meatloaf

    Modified: Feb 12, 2025 · Published: Feb 20, 2019 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · 47 Comments

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    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!

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    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!

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    • 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!
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    • Ingredients Needed for Mom’s Classic Meatloaf:
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    • Mom's Classic Meatloaf

    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!

    mom's classic meatloaf recipe that includes tender meat with a tangy ketchup glaze

    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!!

    tender ground beef combined with oats and topped with a flavorful glaze for this classic meatloaf

    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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    ground beef combined with ingredients to make mom's classic meatloaf

    Ingredients Needed for Mom’s Classic Meatloaf:

    • Ground Beef
    • Quick Oats
    • Milk
    • Egg
    • Onion
    • Salt/Pepper
    • Ketchup
    • Brown Sugar
    • Mustard

    How to prepare:

    1. In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, oats, milk, egg, onion, salt, and pepper.
    2. Transfer mixture to a loaf pan and press meat mixture evenly into pan.
    3. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
    4. Spread mixture evenly on top of meat mixture.
    5. Place pan in preheated oven, 350 degrees, and bake for about 75 minutes.
    6. Remove from oven and allow to set up for a few minutes before serving!

    ketchup glaze topped over tender beef

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    Mom's Classic Meatloaf

    Recipe by: Kristin
    Meatloaf is a classic recipe that everyone should know how to make! Mom makes it best and this is just that....THE BEST! Good comfort food at its finest!
    3.96 from 83 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 392 kcal

    Equipment

    • Large Loaf Pan
    • Mixing Bowls

    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!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 392kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 23gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 615mgPotassium: 427mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 92IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 3mg
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    Comments

    1. Brenda DeBerry says

      April 18, 2025 at 1:52 pm

      for a little bit of zing i put barbque sauce in with the glaze on top

      Reply
      • Kristin says

        April 21, 2025 at 11:10 am

        Such a great variation!! Yum!

        Reply
    2. Kathi says

      June 01, 2024 at 5:38 pm

      What type of mustard are you using in your recipe? Yellow, poupon, dried mustard spice?

      Reply
      • Kristin says

        June 02, 2024 at 10:21 am

        I use yellow mustard, however, we have also used Dijon and its been great! Enjoy!

        Reply
        • Kathi says

          June 02, 2024 at 2:43 pm

          Thank you very much for such a quick reply. I will be making it this week.

        • Kristin says

          June 03, 2024 at 9:56 am

          Be sure to keep me posted what you think!!

    3. Mary Beth says

      January 04, 2024 at 1:51 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent recipe and I will use it from now on. Thank you and I enjoy all your posts.

      Reply
      • Kristin says

        January 05, 2024 at 12:48 pm

        Yay!! So glad you enjoyed and love hearing that you enjoy the recipes!!

        Reply
      • Barbara Smith says

        May 07, 2024 at 2:34 pm

        5 stars
        I am going to try this meatloaf tonight. thanks

        Reply
        • Kristin says

          May 07, 2024 at 3:28 pm

          Yay! Keep me posted what you think! It is a favorite in my house! Comfort food at its finest!

    4. Sharyn says

      February 09, 2023 at 11:53 pm

      5 stars
      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.

      Reply
      • Kristin says

        February 10, 2023 at 6:55 am

        Awww, love that! It is definitely a classic family recipe! That sauce may just go down as my fav part!!

        Reply
      • sharon kelly says

        June 27, 2025 at 8:04 am

        5 stars
        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

        Reply
        • Kristin says

          June 27, 2025 at 10:35 am

          Such a classic recipe! Enjoy!

    5. Mysti says

      January 03, 2023 at 3:48 am

      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.

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      • Kristin says

        January 03, 2023 at 7:53 am

        Oh, I love that idea! What a great addition!! Thanks for sharing, I will need to try that too!!

        Reply
    6. Cindy says

      July 23, 2022 at 8:28 am

      5 stars
      Meatloaf is my most favorite meal. I use Italian breadcrumbs and also put a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Yummy!

      Reply
      • Kristin says

        July 23, 2022 at 10:08 am

        Sounds delicious too! It is definitely my fav! Such tasty comfort food!

        Reply
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