Prizewinning Meatloaf
Transform your weeknight dinners with this *Prizewinning Meatloaf*, a hearty, family-approved classic that’s packed with rich flavor and a sweet, tangy glaze. Featuring a perfect blend of juicy ground beef, finely diced onion, minced garlic, and parsley, this recipe combines pantry staples like breadcrumbs soaked in milk, Worcestershire sauce, and dry mustard to create a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The star of the show is the irresistible homemade glaze—crafted with ketchup, brown sugar, and a hint of apple cider vinegar—that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes to perfection in just over an hour. With minimal prep time and comforting, nostalgic flavors, this easy meatloaf recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dry mustard
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup Ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, soaked breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until everything is evenly incorporated, but do not overmix.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press it down gently to shape it into a loaf that is even on top.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar for the glaze. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 205.0 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.9 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1013 mg | 338% | |
| Sodium | 7565 mg | 329% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.7 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.1 g | ||
| Protein | 188.8 g | 378% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 531 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 27.7 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 3369 mg | 72% | |
*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.
