Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 lbs

ground beef

1 cup

rolled oats

quick-cooking

1 unit

egg

beaten

3 tbsp

dried onion flakes

1 tsp

kosher salt

0.5 tsp

black pepper

0.5 cup

sweetened condensed milk

2 tbsp

brown sugar

4 tbsp

ketchup

0.5 cup

ketchup

3 tbsp

brown sugar

0.5 tsp

dry mustard

Step 1
~8 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2
~8 min

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, rolled oats, beaten egg, dried onion flakes, kosher salt, black pepper, and sweetened condensed milk.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 3
~8 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 4
~8 min

Pat the mixture into a 9-inch round pie plate, ensuring it's evenly distributed and flat.

Step 5
~8 min

In a separate small bowl, prepare the savory sauce by mixing ketchup, brown sugar, and dry mustard.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 6
~8 min

Spoon the savory sauce evenly over the meatloaf.

Step 7
~8 min

Place the pie plate with the meatloaf in the preheated oven.

Step 8
~8 min

Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the meatloaf is cooked through.

Step 9
~8 min

Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 10
~8 min

Enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing for easier serving.

Add a layer of bacon on top for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed Potatoes

Green Beans

Mac and Cheese

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food staple

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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