Fluffy Beef Meat Loaf
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Fluffy Beef Meat Loaf, a classic comfort food reimagined for maximum flavor and tenderness. Crafted from a perfectly balanced mix of ground beef, milk-soaked breadcrumbs, and a medley of savory seasonings, this recipe delivers a moist, melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s hard to resist. Finely diced onions and garlic add a burst of aromatic richness, while the ketchup-Worcestershire glaze creates a glossy, tangy-sweet finish that’s simply irresistible. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this easy meatloaf recipe is an excellent go-to for busy families or meal prep enthusiasts. Slice it up and pair with creamy mashed potatoes or crisp steamed vegetables for a satisfying, hearty meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Stir and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, garlic, 1/4 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried parsley.
Use your hands to gently mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meat loaf dense.
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to shape it. Smooth out the top with a spoon or spatula.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup with an optional dash of Worcestershire sauce. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55–60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the meat loaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes in the pan before slicing.
Carefully slice the meat loaf and serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.6 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 690 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*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.
