Experience ultimate comfort food with this Classic Meatloaf with Ketchup, a timeless recipe that's packed with rich flavor and rustic charm. Featuring tender ground beef, hearty breadcrumbs, and a savory blend of Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and parsley, this meatloaf is elevated by a luscious ketchup glaze made with brown sugar and Dijon mustard. Easy to prepare and baked to perfection, it delivers a moist and flavorful loaf with a caramelized topping thatβs simply irresistible. Perfect for family dinners, this hearty dish pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you'll have a satisfying meal thatβs sure to become a household favorite.
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, chopped parsley, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 cup of ketchup.
Mix the ingredients by hand until fully incorporated but do not overwork the mixture.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of ketchup with brown sugar and Dijon mustard.
Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160Β°F (70Β°C).
Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve your classic meatloaf with mashed potatoes or a side of vegetables for a hearty meal.
Calories |
3209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 202.1 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.0 g | 385% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 5898 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.5 g | ||
| Protein | 181.0 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 467 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 25.7 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 2380 mg | 51% | |
*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.