Tender Hearty Oat-Filled Meatloaf Recipe
A quick and easy meatloaf recipe featuring rolled oats for a tender, hearty texture that the whole family will love. Perfect for busy weeknights and adaptable for various dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup rolled oats (90 grams)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- ½ cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup (for topping and mix)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or mix of oregano, basil, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats and milk. Let them soak for about 5 minutes until the oats soften.
- Add the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly using your hands or a spoon. Avoid overmixing.
- Transfer the mixture into a 9×5 inch loaf pan, pressing it down evenly. Alternatively, shape the loaf freehand on a lined baking sheet about 8 inches long and 4 inches wide.
- Spread the ketchup evenly over the top of the loaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes. Check doneness with a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Do not overmix the meat to avoid a dense loaf. Soak oats in milk before mixing to keep the meatloaf moist. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of loaf
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
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