Depression Era Meat Loaf
A nostalgic, hearty meatloaf with tangy ketchup and savory flavors, perfect for family dinners and comfort food lovers seeking a classic American dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix ground meat, 1/2 cup ketchup, egg, onion or minced onion, Worcestershire sauce, and salt well by hand.
- Add corn flakes to the mixture and combine thoroughly.
- Form the mixture into a loaf and place it in a roaster pan.
- Spread 1/3 cup ketchup over the top of the meatloaf.
- Lay bacon strips over the ketchup layer.
- Add water to the pan around the meatloaf.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
390
kcal
19% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-fiber
Under 400 cal
Low-fat
Contains
Egg
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).