Meatloaf with Onions and Thyme: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe
This hearty and flavorful Meatloaf with Onions and Thyme is the perfect comfort food, combining tender ground beef with aromatic onions and fresh thyme. The savory meatloaf is baked to perfection with a sweet and tangy glaze on top, making it the ideal dish for family dinners or meal prepping
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté Onions and Thyme: Heat a small skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions until soft and translucent (about 5-7 minutes). Add thyme for the last minute of cooking. Set aside to cool.
- Mix the Meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, sautéed onions and thyme, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the Meatloaf: Transfer the meat mixture into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Press it down to form a uniform shape and smooth the top.
- Apply the Glaze: Spread a thin layer of ketchup over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest the Meatloaf: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
Notes
- This meatloaf can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning and glaze ingredients to suit your personal taste!