How Long to Cook Meatloaf at 400
To cook a meatloaf at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, bake it in the oven for 45-60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit when measured with a meat thermometer. The exact cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of your meatloaf, as well as the type of meat you are using.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 1-2 pounds of ground meat (beef, pork, turkey, or a mixture)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs or oats
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 stalk of celery, finely chopped
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of ketchup or tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- Your choice of herbs and spices (such as parsley, oregano, basil, thyme, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, beat the egg and then mix in the breadcrumbs or oats and milk.
- Add the ground meat to the bowl and use your hands to mix everything together until well combined.
- Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, pepper, ketchup or tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce (if using) to the bowl and mix well.
- Add any additional herbs and spices that you like and mix until well combined.
- Lightly oil a loaf pan or a baking dish and transfer the meat mixture to the pan or dish, shaping it into a loaf.
- Place the pan or dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit when measured with a meat thermometer.
- Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.