"Best Ever" Meatloaf
The ultimate meatloaf recipe with sautéed onions, garlic, and colorful bell peppers. Baked to perfection on a sheet pan for maximum browning and flavor.
Ingredients
Equipment Needed
- baking sheet
- small pan
- large bowl
- meat thermometer
Ingredients
Equipment Needed
- baking sheet
- small pan
- large bowl
- meat thermometer
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and set aside.
- 2
In a small pan sauté the onion
In a small pan sauté the onion, garlic and thyme in oil over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- 3
In a large bowl combine all the ingredients
In a large bowl combine all the ingredients, including cooled onion mixture, except the meat. When mixture is well blended add the meat by hand but do not overwork it.
- 4
Place on baking sheet and shape into a 9 by 5-inch
Place on baking sheet and shape into a 9 by 5-inch loaf.
- 5
Bake for about an hour or until the center reaches
Bake for about an hour or until the center reaches 160°F.
- 6
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
Cook's Notes
Everyone raves about this meatloaf recipe. Serve it with real mashed potatoes or enjoy it the next day in a fantastic meatloaf sandwich. Be sure to use a baking sheet and not a loaf pan so any grease can run off and all sides can brown.
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