Meat Loaf
Hearty, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting, this Meat Loaf recipe is the ultimate classic dinner dish perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. Made with tender ground beef, a medley of seasonings, and a rich, tangy glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard, each bite is packed with balanced savory and sweet flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe combines juicy texture with the nostalgic aromas of garlic, onion, and Worcestershire sauce. The meat loaf is baked to perfection and topped with a glossy glaze that caramelizes beautifully for an extra touch of indulgence. Whether served alongside fluffy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables, this homemade meat loaf is an effortless yet impressive main course sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prepping for the week, it checks all the boxes for a satisfying, stress-free meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cups Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 cups Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan or line a baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until the ingredients are just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan or shape it into a loaf on the baking dish. Smooth the top to ensure even cooking.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard to create the glaze.
Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf.
Bake the meat loaf in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. After 45 minutes, remove it from the oven and spread the remaining glaze on top.
Return the meat loaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) in the center.
Remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps retain the juices.
Slice and serve your meat loaf warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 849 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 477 mg | 10% | |
*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.
