{"id":3033,"date":"2026-04-03T18:05:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T18:05:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=3033"},"modified":"2026-04-03T18:05:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T18:05:18","slug":"family-favorite-comfort-meatloaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/03\/family-favorite-comfort-meatloaf\/","title":{"rendered":"FAMILY-FAVORITE COMFORT MEATLOAF"},"content":{"rendered":"

FAMILY-FAVORITE COMFORT MEATLOAF<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This easy, old-school meatloaf is juicy, flavorful, and packed with simple ingredients that bring everyone to the table. The secret touch of dill pickle relish adds a gentle tang that makes the flavor pop without overpowering the dish.<\/p>\n

Serves:<\/strong> 6\u20138<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • 2 pounds lean ground beef<\/li>\n
  • 2 eggs<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup dill pickle relish, drained<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs<\/li>\n
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup milk<\/li>\n
  • 1\/3 cup ketchup<\/li>\n
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the topping:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • 1\/3 cup ketchup<\/li>\n
    • 1 tablespoon brown sugar<\/li>\n
    • 1 teaspoon mustard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Step 1 \u2014 Prepare the Meat Mixture<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

      In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, eggs, drained dill pickle relish, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.<\/p>\n

      Mix everything together gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix, or the meatloaf can become dense.<\/p>\n

      Step 2 \u2014 Shape the Loaf<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      Transfer the meat mixture into a loaf pan or shape it by hand into a loaf on a lined baking sheet.<\/p>\n

      Step 3 \u2014 Add the Topping<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      In a small bowl, mix the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.<\/p>\n

      Step 4 \u2014 Bake<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      Bake uncovered for 55\u201370 minutes<\/strong>, or until the internal temperature reaches 160\u00b0F (71\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

      Step 5 \u2014 Rest and Serve<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes<\/strong> before slicing. This helps keep it juicy and makes slicing easier.<\/p>\n

      Serving Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or buttered green beans for a complete comfort-food dinner everyone will love.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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