Comfort Style Meatloaf Casserole
A classic comfort-style meatloaf baked in a casserole dish for easy serving and tender, evenly cooked results.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Small Bowl
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Spatula
- Knife
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 1 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- cooking spray or oil for baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl and let sit until softened.
- Mix ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, parsley, and ketchup until just combined.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 50 to 55 minutes until fully cooked and lightly browned.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the casserole tender and moist.