Meatloaf Simple and Delicious
Discover comfort food at its finest with this 'Meatloaf Simple and Delicious' recipe—a classic dish that delivers hearty flavors with minimal effort. Featuring tender ground beef blended with breadcrumbs, milk, and a medley of seasonings, it’s elevated by a tangy-sweet glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Perfectly moist and baked to perfection in just over an hour, this homemade meatloaf is ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes or a crisp salad for a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and packed with rich, savory goodness, this recipe is a timeless addition to your dinner table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and parsley.
Using your hands or a spoon, mix the ingredients until well-combined, but avoid overmixing to prevent a dense meatloaf.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly to form a loaf.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to create the glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake for 55–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.0 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 873 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 6064 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.4 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.2 g | ||
| Protein | 165.0 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 405 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 22.6 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 3020 mg | 64% | |
*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.
