Easy Amish Meatloaf

**For the glaze:**

* ½ cup ketchup
* ½ cup brown sugar
* 1 tbsp yellow mustard
* 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional, for added depth)

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### 👩‍🍳 How to Make It

#### 1. **Preheat the Oven**

Set your oven to **350°F (175°C)**.

#### 2. **Mix the Meatloaf**

In a large bowl, combine milk and crushed crackers. Let them soak for 2–3 minutes. Add in the ground beef, eggs, onion, and seasonings. Mix gently with your hands or a spatula until just combined. Don’t overmix — this helps keep the meatloaf tender.

#### 3. **Form the Loaf**

Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan (or shape it freeform on a baking sheet). Pat it gently into an even loaf shape.

#### 4. **Make the Glaze**

In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Spread half of the glaze over the top of the loaf.

#### 5. **Bake**

Bake for **45 minutes**, then remove and spread the remaining glaze on top. Return to the oven for another **15–20 minutes**, or until the internal temperature reaches **160°F (71°C)**.

#### 6. **Rest and Serve**

Let the meatloaf rest for **10 minutes** before slicing. This helps lock in the juices.

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### 🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Pair your Amish meatloaf with:

* Creamy mashed potatoes
* Buttered green beans
* Sweet corn or glazed carrots
* Homemade dinner rolls

And don’t forget the extra glaze on the side — it’s that good!

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### 🧊 Leftovers?

This meatloaf is **even better the next day**. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave, and consider turning slices into **meatloaf sandwiches** with a bit of extra ketchup or barbecue sauce.

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### ❤️ Final Thoughts

**Easy Amish Meatloaf** is the kind of timeless recipe that brings people together — simple, satisfying, and packed with nostalgic flavor. Whether you grew up eating it or are discovering it for the first time, this dish feels like home on a plate.

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