Best 5 Easy 1lb Meatloaf Recipes
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of a classic comfort food with our curated collection of easy 1lb meatloaf recipes. These recipes offer a delightful blend of savory ground meat, aromatic herbs, and a tangy glaze, all coming together to create a moist and flavorful centerpiece for your family meals. Explore variations that include traditional, cheesy, bacon-wrapped, and even a keto-friendly meatloaf, ensuring there's something for every taste and dietary preference. Each recipe is carefully crafted to guide you through the process, from preparing the meatloaf mixture to baking it to perfection. Discover the secrets to achieving a golden-brown crust and a juicy interior that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to elevate your dinner table with these delectable 1lb meatloaf recipes that promise to satisfy your taste buds and nourish your soul.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
MOMS MEATLOAF RECIPE
The perfect 1 pound meatloaf recipe perfect for 1-2 people Classic comfort food for any night of the week.
Provided by Sydney Dawes
Categories Dinner for One
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- In a small bowl mix together 1/4 cup of the ketchup and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, mix together and set aside for later basting.
- Throw 1 pound of ground beef 80/20 fat content into a big bowl. Break up into chunks and salt and pepper. Just give the salt shaker a couple of good shakes, and a little more with the pepper. If you like garlic shake in a bit of garlic powder, NOT garlic salt.
- Dice up ½ a medium onion and toss into the bowl.
- Squirt in ketchup, probably about ¼ cup to start.
- Shake in Worcestershire sauce until it just smells right, about 1 tablespoon. It's a personal preference with the amount. If you really have no idea how much to use then give the bottle a couple of good shakes to start.
- In a small bowl, lightly beat two eggs and mix into the ground beef mixture
- Pour in a ½ cup of plain bread crumbs.
- Use a wooden spoon to get everything mixed up nicely. Compress into a big ball.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and plop the meatloaf onto the lined baking sheet and mold the meatloaf into a rectangle.
- Put the meatloaf into the oven and bake for about 15 minutes then baste with the ketchup Worcestershire sauce. Continue cooking for a total of 60 minutes. Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees to ensure it's fully cooked.
- I like a little crispy to the sides so I broil at the end for a couple of minutes. Watch it so you don't burn the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 194 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 23 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 36 grams protein, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 669 milligrams sodium, Sugar 9 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams unsaturated fat
HOME-STYLE MEATLOAF
When it's comfort that you seek, nothing satisfies quite like a classic meatloaf. And if you don't have a go-to recipe, we offer you this one. It skips any fussy steps and avoids exotic ingredients. This is pure and simple, the perfectly seasoned, down-home version you remember from way way back. So next time you're missing mama's cooking or need a meal that'll go over well with the whole fam, turn to this can't-miss recipe.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, mix Meatloaf ingredients well. Press mixture in ungreased 8x4-inch loaf pan. Bake 40 minutes.
- Remove from oven. Spread 1/4 cup ketchup evenly over top. Bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaf reads 160°F. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
EASY MEATLOAF
This is a very easy and no fail recipe for meatloaf. It won't take long to make at all, and it's quite good!
Provided by Janet Caldwell
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, egg, onion, milk and bread OR cracker crumbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste and place in a lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan, or form into a loaf and place in a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar, mustard and ketchup. Mix well and pour over the meatloaf.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 334.6 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
EASY 1LB MEATLOAF
This is actually a recipe of my grandmother's that I have sized down. Her recipe feeds about a dozen people, but now that I am living on my own, the recipe makes way more food than is necessary for the amount of people I need to serve. So I tried sizing it down, and it worked, because there wasn't anything left for leftover. (This recipe can easily be doubled, tripled, or even quadrupled to meet your families needs.)
Provided by Raincloud_specialty
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 1 pan, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In medium mixing bowl, break beef into small chunks.
- Add egg, oatmeal, onion, spices, and ketchup.
- Mix until well blended (you can mix with your hands, but if you prefer not to use that method, a large mixing spoon or rubber spatula will also work just fine).
- Smooth mixture into regular sized bread pan.
- If you like having a sauce on top, smooth some extra ketchup over the top of the uncooked meatloaf (this step is optional).
- Place in oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until meat is cooked all the way through.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 123.6, Sodium 412.8, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 5.3, Protein 24.4
EASY OLD FASHIONED MEATLOAF
No fancy ingredients here... Not like we need another meatloaf recipe, but I figured I'd should post my Grandma's for people like me who like a quick easy meatloaf without a lot of fuss. Most of the meatloaves I saw here had things I'd never even consider putting in a meatloaf! :) At times I will substitute the onion with approx. 1/4 cup dried onion flakes. I also have substituted the garlic with garlic powder. I've never tried making it with horseradish. (I was a notoriously picky eater as a kid so I don't think Grandma put it in when I came to visit either.) I usually don't bother beating the egg... (Boy do I sound lazy! Don't tell Mom! LOL!) I've only recently started putting ketchup on the top before baking, so I don't think it's necessary to keep the meatloaf moist. Mom used to use her own dried bread crumbs, but I use the plain storebought kind. I haven't been adventurous enough to try any flavored bread crumbs... Make sure lean ground beef is used otherwise the meatloaf can get too greasy and/or bubble over the pan while baking. I also recommend checking the center to make sure it's done. On occasion it has taken over an hour to bake.
Provided by nranger7
Categories Meat
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Thoroughly mix all ingredients.
- Shape in loaf pan.
- Cover with more ketchup if desired.
- Bake one hour at 350 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 97, Sodium 861.5, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 24.3
Tips:
- Use 80/20 ground beef: This ratio of lean to fat will result in a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
- Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture: Overmixing will make the meatloaf tough.
- Add moisture to the meatloaf mixture: This can be done with eggs, milk, or tomato juice.
- Season the meatloaf mixture liberally: Use your favorite herbs and spices.
- Cook the meatloaf in a loaf pan: This will help to keep the meatloaf moist.
- Baste the meatloaf with sauce during cooking: This will help to keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful.
- Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: This will help to keep the meatloaf from falling apart.
Conclusion:
This easy 1lb meatloaf recipe is a great weeknight meal that can be served with a variety of sides. It's also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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