Old Fashioned Meat Loaf
Experience hearty, homestyle comfort with this classic Old Fashioned Meat Loaf recipe—a timeless family favorite that's both easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Made with rich, flavorful ground beef (an ideal 80/20 blend), tender breadcrumbs soaked in creamy milk, and aromatics like finely chopped onion and minced garlic, this meat loaf boasts a moist, melt-in-your-mouth texture. A tangy-sweet glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard is the crowning touch, adding just the right amount of caramelized sweetness to every bite. Ready in just 75 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or Sunday supper gatherings. Pair it with classics like mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a meal that never goes out of style.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 cup of ketchup, salt, pepper, and parsley (if using). Mix gently with your hands until just combined; do not overmix, as this can result in a dense meat loaf.
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and press it gently to evenly shape it into a loaf.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup with the brown sugar and Dijon mustard to create the glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf, using the back of a spoon or a silicone brush to coat it completely.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
Remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
Slice and serve your old-fashioned meat loaf with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a simple salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
545 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 805 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.8 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 539 mg | 11% | |
*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.
