Better Than Meatloaf
Elevate your dinner routine with "Better Than Meatloaf," a hearty and flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. This recipe combines juicy ground beef and mild or spicy Italian sausage for a taste-packed base, while Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce add layers of depth. A brown sugar and mustard-spiked ketchup glaze caramelizes into a sweet and tangy topping, making every bite irresistible. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a stress-free bake in the oven, this meatloaf isn’t just simple to make—it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfectly moist and savory, this dish pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables, making it the ultimate family-friendly dinner idea. For an easy, satisfying meal that outdoes tradition, give this Better Than Meatloaf recipe a try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 0.5 pounds Italian sausage (mild or hot, casing removed)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, diced onion, minced garlic, milk, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Gently mix the ingredients with your hands until everything is evenly combined, being careful not to overmix, which can make the meatloaf dense.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down gently to form a domed loaf shape.
In a small bowl, whisk together the glaze ingredients: ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf using a spoon or silicone brush.
Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps retain its shape and juices.
Slice and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley. Pair with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 271.1 g | 348% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.6 g | 528% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1208 mg | 403% | |
| Sodium | 9256 mg | 402% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.8 g | ||
| Protein | 235.4 g | 471% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 983 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 27.2 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 3918 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
