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A close-up of a plate with slices of meatloaf, topped with a tomato-based sauce. The meatloaf is garnished with visible onion bits and is served with a fork and knife placed beside it. The plate is set on a textured surface and is part of a rustic table setting.

A Perfectly Moist Meatloaf Made With Oatmeal

Is there anything more classic and comfortingly American than meatloaf? This juicy Meatloaf is made with oatmeal for a heartier texture and flavor, while the meatloaf glaze is so much more than a traditional smear of ketchup. It takes just minutes to prep and makes your kitchen smell good as it bakes. Get ready to bite into pure comfort with this old-fashioned meatloaf recipe! 
Course: entree
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Ingredients
 

Meatloaf

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup onion (diced)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme

Sauce

  • ¼ cup dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup ketchup

Instructions
 

Meatloaf

  • Preheat oven to 400º and lightly grease a 9 x 5 loaf pan with oil. Add the meat, panko, oats, and onions in a large mixing bowl and use your hands to combine. Then, add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly before placing the meat mixture in the prepared pan.
  • Place the loaf pan in a 9 x 13 baking pan and add an inch of water to the baking dish around the loaf pan.
  • Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 165º. The top should be brown, and the juices should be coming up around the sides of the meat. Let it cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes, then remove it and let it cool enough to slice. 

Sauce:

  • Add the ingredients to a small saucepan or a microwavable bowl and heat on the stove or microwave until hot. 
Barbara's Notes + Tips
  • The meatloaf will be done when it reaches 165º with a meat thermometer.
  • If you want to slice it, you will need to let it rest for a few minutes. 
  • This is great for leftovers!

Nutrition

Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 876mg | Potassium: 560mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 377IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 3mg
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