The Best Meatloaf
Juicy, tender, and loaded with flavor, "The Best Meatloaf" is your ultimate comfort food classic. Made with a savory blend of ground beef, finely chopped onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, and a touch of parmesan cheese, this hearty dish is elevated with a perfectly balanced glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. The secret to its unparalleled taste lies in the Worcestershire sauce and a sprinkle of dried parsley, taking this traditional recipe to the next level. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a foolproof method to ensure a moist, evenly cooked loaf, this easy meatloaf recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.33 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.33 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or loaf pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, grated parmesan cheese, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet or in a loaf pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make the glaze.
Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove the meatloaf, spread the remaining glaze on top, and return it to the oven.
Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3105 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.5 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.8 g | 389% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1025 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 5595 mg | 243% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.2 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.1 g | ||
| Protein | 183.6 g | 367% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 498 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 25.9 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 3149 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.
