🍽️ Paula Deen’s Meatloaf
✨ Description:
This is a simple, old-fashioned meatloaf recipe made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and seasonings — baked to perfection and glazed with a ketchup-brown sugar-mustard topping.
📝 Ingredients:
For the Meatloaf:
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1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20)
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1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
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1 egg, beaten
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper (optional)
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1/4 cup milk
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
For the Glaze:
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1/3 cup ketchup
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp yellow mustard
🔪 Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix the Meatloaf
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In a large bowl, combine all the meatloaf ingredients: ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion (and bell pepper, if using), milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Mix gently by hand or with a spoon until just combined — don’t overmix, or it can get tough.
3. Shape the Loaf
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Place mixture into a loaf pan (or shape into a loaf by hand and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil).
4. Mix the Glaze
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In a small bowl, stir together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard until smooth.
5. Top and Bake
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Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
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Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
6. Rest & Serve
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Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
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Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or mac and cheese.
🍽️ Tips & Variations:
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Double the recipe for a larger family — just increase bake time and use a larger pan.
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Add Worcestershire sauce (1 tbsp) for more depth.
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Use a mix of beef and pork for extra richness.
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Want it spicier? Add a pinch of cayenne or a squirt of hot sauce to the glaze.
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