{"id":7033914,"date":"2026-08-08T17:44:08","date_gmt":"2026-08-08T17:44:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/small-meatloaf-recipe-mini-for-two-or-full-size\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T17:44:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T17:44:08","slug":"small-meatloaf-recipe-mini-for-two-or-full-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7033914","title":{"rendered":"Small Meatloaf Recipe (Mini for Two or Full Size)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div><span id=\"dpsp-post-content-markup\" data-image-pin-it=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Old-fashioned meatloaf is easy, delicious, and comforting. This easy small meatloaf recipe uses ground beef and a few simple ingredients for classic homemade flavor we&#8217;ve loved for nearly 50 years.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make a 1-pound mini meatloaf for two, a 2-pound family meatloaf, or adjust the size to fit your needs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group ab\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-quick-answer-how-long-to-cook-meatloaf\">\u23f1\ufe0f Quick Answer: How Long to Cook Meatloaf<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>At 350\u00b0F, bake meatloaf until it reaches 165\u00b0F internally:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1-pound meatloaf:<\/strong>\u00a040\u201350 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>2-pound meatloaf:<\/strong>\u00a060\u201375 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\">\n<figure class=\"size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" fetchpriority=\"high\" src=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup.jpg\" alt=\"A slice of meatloaf with ketchup.\" class=\"wp-image-69840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-500x500.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<style\/>\n<details id=\"feast-advanced-jump-to\" open=\"\">\n<summary>Jump To (scroll for more)<\/summary>\n<\/details>\n<p class=\"featured-comment wp-block-paragraph\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"295\" height=\"294\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"float:left;width:42px;height:42px;\" alt=\"quote mark\" src=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Quotation_Marks.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"295\" height=\"294\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"float:left;width:42px;height:42px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Quotation_Marks.png\" alt=\"quote mark\"\/><br \/><strong>Featured Comment by Catherine:<\/strong><br \/>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<br \/>&#8220;Great Recipe. I grew up making this and remember fondly my mother and grandmother making this.\u00a0&#8220;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"%f0%9f%91%a8%f0%9f%8d%b3-tldr-recipe-summary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83c\udf73\u00a0TL;DR (Recipe Summary)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it is:<\/strong> An easy small meatloaf recipe with classic flavor\u2014make a 1 lb mini meatloaf for two, a 2 lb family-size meatloaf, or adjust the size as needed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why you&#8217;ll love it:<\/strong>\u00a0Simple ingredients, old-fashioned flavor, and a ketchup glaze that caramelizes perfectly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to make it:<\/strong>\u00a0Mix, shape, top with ketchup glaze, and bake at 350\u00b0F to an internal temperature of 165\u00b0F.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jump to the <a href=\"#recipe\">Recipe Card<\/a> or keep reading for tips, photos, and size options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#00d1843b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"%f0%9f%90%84-ingredients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc04 Ingredients<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-17223\">\n<figure class=\"size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" alt=\"Ground beef with meat loaf ingredients\u2014labeled.\" class=\"wp-image-77256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-360x203.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-720x405.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-180x101.jpg 180w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled.jpg\" alt=\"Ground beef with meat loaf ingredients\u2014labeled.\" class=\"wp-image-77256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-360x203.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-720x405.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ground-beef-with-meat-loaf-ingredients\u2014labeled-180x101.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ground beef<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Egg<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bread crumbs<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ketchup<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Milk<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Seasoning salt and black pepper<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-feast-inline-heading-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"%e2%8f%b0-how-long-to-cook-meatloaf\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u23f0\u00a0How Long to Cook Meatloaf<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 1-pound meatloaf baked in a\u00a0<strong>350\u00b0F<\/strong>\u00a0oven will take\u00a0<strong>40\u201350 minutes<\/strong>, while a 2-pound meatloaf will take about\u00a0<strong>1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes<\/strong>. Always cook to a final internal temperature of\u00a0<strong>165\u00b0F<\/strong>, not just by time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Approximate cooking times at 350\u00b0F:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00bd-pound meatloaf:<\/strong>\u00a030\u201340 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>1-pound meatloaf:<\/strong>\u00a040\u201350 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>2-pound meatloaf:<\/strong>\u00a060\u201375 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>3-pound meatloaf:<\/strong>\u00a075\u201390 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These times assume a loaf that is\u00a0<strong>1\u20131\u00bd inches thick<\/strong>. Thicker loaves take longer, and thinner loaves cook faster. Time is only a guide\u2014use\u00a0<strong>165\u00b0F<\/strong>\u00a0as the true endpoint.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"\/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f78d9142\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"%f0%9f%90%84-ingredient-options-and-variations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc04 Ingredient options and variations<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Meat options:<\/strong><br \/>Use ground beef (80\/20 suggested), which gives the best moisture and flavor. Leaner beef works but will be a little drier. You can also mix in ground pork, or make a turkey or chicken meatloaf.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vegetable options:<\/strong><br \/>Onion and garlic are often included in seasoning salts but can be added fresh. Other additions include celery, green bell pepper, or carrot\u2014just chop them small so they cook through.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Glaze options:<\/strong><br \/><strong>Ketchup<\/strong> is the classic glaze, but you can dress it up with brown sugar, mustard, bacon, or barbecue sauce.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seasoning options:<\/strong><br \/><strong>Seasoning salt<\/strong> (Lawry\u2019s suggested) plus ketchup offers the classic flavor. You may also add thyme, Worcestershire sauce, or tomato sauce\u2014but if using tomato sauce, add extra seasoning since it\u2019s milder than ketchup.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#abb7c245\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"%e2%86%95%ef%b8%8f-how-to-scale-this-meatloaf-recipe\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2195\ufe0f\u00a0How to Scale This Meatloaf Recipe<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This recipe is written for a\u00a0<strong>1-pound meatloaf<\/strong>, but you can scale it from a\u00a0<strong>\u00bd-pound loaf (2 servings)<\/strong>\u00a0up to any size. We usually bake a\u00a0<strong>2-pound loaf<\/strong>\u00a0for our \u201cfor two\u201d household\u2014one dinner and a couple of rounds of leftovers.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Adjust servings<\/strong>\u00a0in the recipe card to the amount you want.<\/li>\n<li>Use the ingredient amounts from the\u00a0<strong>adjusted ingredient list<\/strong>\u00a0(round up to a whole egg if needed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Form a 1\u20131\u00bd inch thick loaf<\/strong>\u00a0in a baking pan that doesn\u2019t crowd the sides.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake to 165\u00b0F<\/strong>, using the cooking times listed above as a guide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-feast-inline-heading-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"%f0%9f%a4%94-mini-meatloaf-individual-cupcake-style\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udd14 Mini Meatloaf (Individual Cupcake Style)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cupcake meatloaf is an easy way to make smaller portions or freeze individual servings for later.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the mixture:<\/strong>\u00a0Make the amount of meatloaf you want.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Portion:<\/strong>\u00a0Divide the mixture into the wells of a cupcake or muffin pan, forming each portion about\u00a0<strong>1\u20131\u00bd inches thick<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong>\u00a0Cook at\u00a0<strong>350\u00b0F<\/strong>\u00a0for\u00a0<strong>20\u201330 minutes<\/strong>, or until the internal temperature reaches\u00a0<strong>165\u00b0F<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose leaner meat:<\/strong>\u00a0Use\u00a0<strong>leaner ground beef or poultry<\/strong>, since you can\u2019t drain fat from a cupcake pan after cooking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#8dd2fc24\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"%e2%9d%84%ef%b8%8f-how-to-store-leftover-meatloaf\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2744\ufe0f\u00a0How to Store Leftover Meatloaf<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for\u00a0<strong>up to 4 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>For freezing, slice the meatloaf, wrap the pieces well, and freeze for\u00a0<strong>up to 4 months<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-feast-inline-heading-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"%e2%9d%93-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2753 FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1644188429306\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much meatloaf should I make per person?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Plan on\u00a0<strong>\u00bc to \u2153 pound per serving<\/strong>. We usually make a\u00a0<strong>2-pound loaf<\/strong>\u00a0for our \u201cfor two\u201d home\u2014<strong>one dinner and a couple of rounds of leftovers<\/strong>. A\u00a0<strong>1-pound loaf<\/strong>\u00a0makes four larger servings.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1644188486254\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should I cover the meatloaf with aluminum foil while baking?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. Meatloaf should be baked\u00a0<strong>uncovered<\/strong>. It will stay moist without foil.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763659056224\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much chopped onion does an onion yield?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It depends on the size:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 A\u00a0<strong>small onion<\/strong>\u00a0(lemon-sized) gives about\u00a0<strong>\u00bd cup<\/strong><br \/>\u2022 A\u00a0<strong>medium onion<\/strong>\u00a0(baseball-sized) gives about\u00a0<strong>1 cup<\/strong><br \/>\u2022 A\u00a0<strong>large onion<\/strong>\u00a0(grapefruit-sized) gives about\u00a0<strong>2 cups<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For this recipe, you\u2019ll generally want\u00a0<strong>about \u00bd cup per pound of meat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1702603958747\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is a meatloaf?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A meatloaf is a mixture of\u00a0<strong>ground meat combined with a panade<\/strong>\u00a0(bread, crumbs, oats, or crackers soaked in liquid) to keep it\u00a0<strong>moist and tender<\/strong>. The mixture is shaped into a loaf and baked. It became popular during the Great Depression as a way to stretch inexpensive ground meat.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1644188380076\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is a panade?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A panade is a mixture of\u00a0<strong>bread, breadcrumbs, oats, or crackers soaked in a liquid<\/strong>\u00a0like milk or broth. When added to ground meat, it provides moisture and prevents the finished meatloaf from becoming dense or dry.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"%f0%9f%93%96the-recipe-card\" class=\"feast-recipe-heading\">\ud83d\udcd6The Recipe Card<\/h2>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-26963\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"26963\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-2025-chic-blue\">\n<div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;border-radius: 3px;\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"slice of meatloaf with ketchup.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup.jpg 1200w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-300x300.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;border-radius: 3px;\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"slice of meatloaf with ketchup.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slice-of-meatloaf-with-ketchup.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"small-meatloaf-recipe-mini-for-two-or-full-size\" class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-light-bold\">Small Meatloaf Recipe (Mini for Two or Full Size)<\/h2>\n<style\/><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" style=\"display:block;width:0px;height:0px\"><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-rating-0-33\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"33%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"33%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-rating-0-50\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"50%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"50%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-rating-0-66\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"66%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"66%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><\/svg><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-label\">From <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/about-drdan\/\" target=\"_self\">Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Easy small meatloaf recipe with classic flavor and simple ingredients. Make a 1 lb mini meatloaf for two, 2 lb for the family, or any size needed.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">35<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">45<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wprm_print\/small-meatloaf-recipe-mini-for-two-or-full-size\" style=\"color: #090000;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-bold\" data-recipe-id=\"26963\" data-template=\"\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M19,5.09V1c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1H6C5.448,0,5,0.448,5,1v4.09C2.167,5.569,0,8.033,0,11v7c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h4v4c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h12c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-4h4c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-7C24,8.033,21.833,5.569,19,5.09z M7,2h10v3H7V2z M17,22H7v-9h10V22z M18,10c-0.552,0-1-0.448-1-1c0-0.552,0.448-1,1-1s1,0.448,1,1C19,9.552,18.552,10,18,10z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print |<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.101cookingfortwo.com%2Feasy-meatloaf%2F&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.101cookingfortwo.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F11%2FSmall-Meatloaf-Mini-to-Full-Size-LPS1200.jpg&amp;description=Easy+small+meatloaf+recipe+with+classic+flavor+and+simple+ingredients.+Make+a+1+lb+mini+meatloaf+for+two%2C+2+lb+for+the+family%2C+or+any+size+needed.&amp;is_video=false\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-recipe=\"26963\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/easy-meatloaf\/\" data-media=\"https:\/\/www.101cookingfortwo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Small-Meatloaf-Mini-to-Full-Size-LPS1200.jpg\" data-description=\"Easy small meatloaf recipe with classic flavor and simple ingredients. 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Round up if needed when adjusting servings.<\/li>\n<li>Reheats well in the microwave when sliced; also great cold for sandwiches.<\/li>\n<li>Store in the refrigerator for 4 days or freeze for up to 4 months.<\/li>\n<li>You can make it ahead and refrigerate for a day before baking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-text wprm-block-text-normal\">To adjust the recipe size:<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wprm-text wprm-block-text-normal\">You can adjust the number of servings above; however, only the amount in the ingredient list is adjusted, not the instructions.<\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-26963-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-center wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition Estimate (may vary)<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Calories : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">292<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (15%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Carbohydrates : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">15<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (5%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Protein : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">26<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (52%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Fat : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">13<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (20%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Saturated Fat : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (25%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Cholesterol : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">115<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (38%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Sodium : <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">423<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (18%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span 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