Entrée: United States – Classic Meatloaf from the United States

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Classic Meatloaf from the United States recipe
Serving Size: 6
Approximate Time
Prep 10 min
Cook 50 min
Total 1 hr

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) ground beef
2 eggs
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 cup (70 g) button mushrooms, chopped
1 / 2 cup (60 g) carrots, finely chopped
1 cup (110 g) shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, mushrooms, carrots, eggs, and half of the shredded cheddar.
2. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Top the meatloaf with the remaining cheddar cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until cooked through and the cheese is golden brown.
4. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

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Nutritional Information*

Per serving | Servings: 6

Calories: 271 kcal
Carbohydrates: 3.6 g
Protein: 20.7 g
Fat: 19 g
Saturated fat: 8.3 g
Trans fat: 0.9 g
Cholesterol: 124 mg
Sodium: 198 mg
Potassium: 351 mg
Calcium: 157 mg
Iron: 1.98 mg
Vitamin A: 168 µg RAE

Generated: 2026-11-05T19:33:03+00:00

*Nutrition is estimated using recipe ingredients, serving size, and USDA data. Actual values may vary. Some nutrient data are unavailable and are omitted.

Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
199
Country
United States
Region
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URL
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Important Cooking Safety Notice

Please ensure all proteins are cooked to a safe internal temperature:

  • Chicken & Poultry: 165°F (74°C)
  • Ground Meats (Beef, Pork, Lamb): 160°F (71°C)
  • Whole Cuts of Pork, Beef, Veal, Lamb: 145°F (63°C) plus a 3-minute rest
  • Fish & Shellfish: 145°F (63°C)

Always use a food thermometer to verify doneness. Stay safe and enjoy cooking!