Discover comfort food at its finest with this Simply Delicious Meatloaf recipe—a classic made extraordinary with a blend of juicy ground beef, savory seasonings, and a rich, tangy glaze. Featuring pantry staples like breadcrumbs, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce, this dish comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes of prep time. The addition of finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and dried parsley elevates the flavor, while a brown sugar-infused ketchup glaze adds the perfect touch of sweetness. Baked to perfection with a moist, tender texture, this meatloaf is a family-friendly favorite that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes and green beans. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this easy homemade meatloaf recipe delivers big on flavor while being simple enough for beginner cooks.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, 1/2 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Use clean hands to gently mix the ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the meatloaf dense.
Transfer the meat mixture to the loaf pan and press it evenly into the shape of a loaf.
In a small bowl, mix together the additional 1/4 cup ketchup and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to create the glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and green beans. Enjoy!
Calories |
2946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 178.6 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.0 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1025 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 6280 mg | 273% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.0 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.0 g | ||
| Protein | 186.4 g | 373% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 458 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 3164 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.