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Easy 5-Ingredient Meatloaf

Easy 5-ingredient meatloaf with a glossy ketchup glaze is baked until the center hits 160°F for classic comfort. With just a few pantry items and simple mixing, you get a loaf that slices cleanly after a short rest.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
rest 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

ground beef
  • 2 lb ground beef
onion soup mix
  • 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
eggs
  • 2 eggs
ketchup
  • 0.33 cup ketchup plus more for top
breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan
  • 1 cast iron skillet

Method
 

Prep and preheat
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 loaf pan to prevent sticking.
Mix the meatloaf
  1. In a large mixing area, combine ground beef, onion soup mix, eggs, 1/3 cup ketchup, and breadcrumbs until just combined for even texture.
Shape and glaze
  1. Press the mixture into the loaf pan and smooth the top so it bakes evenly.
Add ketchup layer
  1. Spread a thin layer of ketchup over the top for a glossy, caramelizing glaze.
Bake
  1. Bake at 350°F for 55–65 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the glaze is set.
Rest
  1. Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing so juices settle and the loaf holds together.

Notes

For the best slice, check the internal temperature at the low end of the range (55 minutes) and pull it as soon as it hits 160°F. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 4 days in a sealed container; freeze up to 2 months for best quality. If you want a lighter option, use ground turkey instead of ground beef (bake to the same 160°F internal temperature).