Description
This Onion Soup Meatloaf is a hearty and flavorful classic comfort food made with lean ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, and a savory onion soup mix. Glazed with ketchup and baked to perfection, it offers a moist and tender texture, perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 packet Onion Soup Mix (or homemade)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- ½ cup water
- 1/3 cup ketchup (plus more for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350º F (175º C) and line a baking sheet with foil. This will help with easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, beaten eggs, onion soup mix, breadcrumbs, water, and 1/3 cup ketchup. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated for even flavor throughout.
- Shape Meatloaf: Transfer the meat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a loaf shape, ensuring it is compact and evenly formed for consistent cooking.
- Apply Ketchup Glaze: Lightly brush the top of the meatloaf with ketchup to add moisture and a tangy glaze that caramelizes during baking.
- Bake Initially: Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, allowing it to cook through and develop a crust.
- Add Additional Glaze and Continue Baking: Remove from the oven, brush additional ketchup on top for more flavor and moisture, then return to the oven to bake for another 15 minutes to set the glaze.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This resting period helps retain the juices within the meat, ensuring each slice is moist and tender.
Notes
- For a homemade onion soup mix, combine dried onion flakes, beef bouillon granules, parsley flakes, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Serve with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables for a classic meatloaf dinner.
- To reheat, cover slices with foil and warm in the oven at 325º F until heated through.
- Breadcrumbs help bind the meatloaf, but you can use crushed crackers or oats as alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: meatloaf, onion soup mix, comfort food, baked meatloaf, classic dinner
