Classic Meatloaf
This Classic Meatloaf packs 20g protein and 358 calories per serving while staying lean enough for fat-loss phases. Yields 7 servings from one stovetop batch, giving you consistent portions through the week. A no-fuss dinner that hits macros without requiring constant attention during cooking.
Ingredients
- •Egg, Whole, Large
- •2% Milk(80g)
- •Worcestershire Sauce(5g)
Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.
- •Bread Crumbs, Dry, Plain(120g)
- •Italian seasoning(5g)
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •1 tsp salt ($0.02)
- •¼ Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.05)
- •Yellow Onion(120g)
- •80/20 Ground Beef(680g)
Standard ground beef. Drain fat thoroughly after cooking to reduce calories.
- •Ketchup(120g)
- •Brown sugar(15g)
- •Worcestershire Sauce(15g)
Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.
- •Mustard, Yellow(5g)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350ºF. In a small bowl whisk together the egg, milk, and Worcestershire sauce. In a separate small bowl, stir together the breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mince the onion.
- 2Add the ground beef, egg mixture, breadcrumb mixture, and minced onion to a large bowl. Use your hands to mix the ingredients together until evenly combined. Avoid over mixing.
- 3Place the meat mixture on a rimmed baking dish and shape it into a loaf that is approximately 4-inches wide, 8-inches long, and 2-inches tall.
- 4In a separate small bowl, stir together the glaze ingredients (ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard). Spread the glaze evenly over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
- 5Bake the meatloaf for 50-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF. Allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking, then slice and serve.
Nutrition — Per Serving
358
calories
20g
protein
21g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 23g
- Saturated fat
- 7.7g
- Sodium
- 397 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.3g
7 servings per batch · ~167g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Classic Meatloaf have per serving?
Each serving contains 20g of protein and 358 calories with 21g fat and 23g carbs. This is a moderate-protein, moderate-calorie option with balanced fat and carbohydrate content.
How long does Classic Meatloaf take to prep?
It's marked as quick prep and makes 7 servings from a single stovetop batch, giving you most of a week's dinners in one cooking session. The meatloaf format allows for easy portioning and reheating.
Is Classic Meatloaf good for fat loss?
At 358 calories and 20g protein per serving, this recipe is calorie-moderate and works within fat loss meal plans when paired with other lower-calorie meals during the day. The balanced macros support sustained energy intake.
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