Easy Pleasing Meatloaf
Prep
10 mins
Cook
1 hr 10 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
My go to meatloaf recipe is something I've perfected over the years, and honestly, it's a lifesaver on busy weeknights. Using lean ground beef keeps things on the lighter side while still delivering that satisfying, comforting flavor everyone craves. The best part? You only need ten minutes to prep, then pop it in the oven and forget about it for just over an hour. It's budget friendly, requires basic pantry staples, and tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did. This is the kind of meal that brings folks back to the table, every single time.
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Ingredients
- 237 mlwater
- 12 lbs lean ground beef
- 237 mlonion(finely diced)
- 11(6 1/4 ounce) package Stove Top stuffing mix)
- 12 eggs
- 237 mlketchup(divided)
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Instructions
- 1
Mix all ingredients except 1/4 cup ketchup.
- 2
Shape meat mixture into an oval loaf.
- 3
Place loaf in a 9x13 baking dish.
- 4
Top with remaining ketchup.
- 5
Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour.
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