Meatloaf timer: how long to cook meatloaf

A 2 lb (900 g) meatloaf takes about 1 hour at 350°F (175°C). It is done when the middle reaches 160°F (71°C). Rest it for 10 minutes before slicing.

When the timer rings, check the middle with a thermometer. If it is not there yet, give it 10 more minutes and check again. Then let it rest. Start the 10-minute rest

How to make meatloaf

1. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix the ground meat with breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion and seasoning. Mix gently with your hands until just combined; overmixing makes it dense.
3. Shape it into a loaf on a lined baking sheet, or press it lightly into a loaf pan.
4. Spread on the glaze (ketchup, brown sugar and a little vinegar is the classic).
5. Start the timer and bake.
6. When it reaches 160°F (71°C) in the middle, take it out and rest it for 10 minutes so it slices cleanly.

A loaf shaped on a baking sheet cooks a little faster than one in a loaf pan, and gets more crust.

Meatloaf and baked potatoes together

Both bake at 350°F, so they can share the oven. Medium potatoes need about 1 hour 10 minutes and a 2 lb meatloaf about 1 hour, so put the potatoes in about 10 minutes before the meatloaf and both come out together.

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Food safety

The USDA recommends cooking ground beef, pork and lamb to 160°F (71°C). Meatloaf made with ground turkey or chicken needs 165°F (74°C).

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