Our Favorite Meatloaf
Juicy, flavorful, and irresistibly nostalgic, "Our Favorite Meatloaf" is a classic comfort food recipe that's sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Made with a perfect blend of seasoned ground beef, tenderizing breadcrumbs, and a touch of milk for extra moisture, this meatloaf is infused with bold flavors from garlic, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh parsley. The rich, tangy glaze—crafted with ketchup, brown sugar, and a hint of mustard—caramelizes beautifully during baking, adding a sweet-and-savory finishing touch. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to six, this easy homemade meatloaf is the ultimate family-friendly dinner idea. Serve it with buttery mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a hearty meal everyone will love. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or looking to impress with a timeless recipe, this is the go-to meatloaf you’ll keep coming back to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup milk
- 2 large egg
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it evenly, shaping it into a loaf.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard to make the glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf, ensuring full coverage.
Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute.
Slice the meatloaf and serve warm. It pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, green beans, or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.1 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.8 g | 359% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1098 mg | 366% | |
| Sodium | 5924 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.6 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.4 g | ||
| Protein | 189.2 g | 378% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 529 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 3166 mg | 67% | |
*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.
