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Hearty & Classic Meatloaf Recipe with Oatmeal You’ll Love

Hearty & Classic Meatloaf Recipe with Oatmeal You’ll Adore

Hearty & Classic Meatloaf Recipe with Oatmeal combines tradition and wholesome goodness, offering a satisfying and nourishing dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 cup oats A healthy binder that adds fiber
  • 1/2 cup milk Softens oats for better binding
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20) Adds rich flavor and juiciness
  • 1 medium onion Imparts sweetness and depth
  • 2 large eggs Essential for binding and richness
  • 1/2 cup ketchup Brings sweetness and moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Elevates umami flavors
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds aromatic depth
  • to taste salt & pepper Crucial for seasoning
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup ketchup Forms the base of the glaze
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Balances acidity in the glaze
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Adds a subtle tangy kick

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats with milk and soak for 5 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef, chopped onion, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper to the soaked oats and mix gently.
  4. Transfer the mixture into the loaf pan and shape into a neat loaf.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard for the glaze, and coat the top of the meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C), applying the remaining glaze halfway through.
  7. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Slice and serve alongside your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, soak the oats for at least 5 minutes and avoid overmixing the meat mixture.

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