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No-Fuss Beef Meatloaf
Ouma Irene's Recipe

Retro Comfort, Reimagined: Tangy Beef Meatloaf with Modern Flair

A classic, no-fail recipe that delivers hearty flavour in every slice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 5
Course: Brunch, dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 500 g lean beef mince
  • 1 medium free-range egg
  • 75 g fresh breadcrumbs
  • 75 ml milk
  • 1 tbsp Worchestersire sauce
  • 1 tbsp fine chopped italian parsley
  • 1 tbsp fresh oregano
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
Glaze:
  • 125 ml tomato ketchup
  • 1 tsp Tobasco sauce
Additional:
  • olive oil extra virgin
  • nonstick spray Spray & Cook

Method
 

Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F)
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef mince, onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
    Meatloaf in the making
  2. Using clean hands, gently mix until everything is just combined—be careful not to overwork the mixture.
  3. Using clean hands, gently mix until everything is just combined—be careful not to overwork the mixture.
  4. Lightly grease a baking tray with nonstick spray and drizzle with a touch of olive oil.
  5. Shape the mince mixture into a loaf on the prepared tray.
    The Ultimate-Meatloaf
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  7. While the meatloaf bakes, whisk together the tomato ketchup and Tabasco sauce to create the glaze.
  8. After 45 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and brush the glaze evenly over the top.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until cooked through.
  10. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, and enjoy every bite.