Soulful Southern Meatloaf

This meatloaf recipe is packed with soulful flavors and is sure to impress your taste buds!

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
4. If desired, spread BBQ sauce on top of the meatloaf for extra flavor.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the top is nicely browned.
6. Once cooked, let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing.
7. Serve slices of the meatloaf with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, green beans, or cornbread.

Flavor Profile:

This Soulful Southern Meatloaf is a delicious blend of savory and sweet flavors with a touch of smokiness from the BBQ sauce. It's a classic comfort food dish with a soulful twist!

Enjoy your cooking process and the delightful flavors of this Soulful Southern Meatloaf! If you have any other preferences or need further adjustments, feel free to let me know.