The Best Meatloaf You Ll Ever Eat
Experience comfort food at its absolute best with *The Best Meatloaf You’ll Ever Eat*. This savory, moist meatloaf combines the rich flavors of ground beef and pork, brought to life with aromatic garlic, finely diced onion, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. The secret to its tender texture lies in the milk-soaked breadcrumbs and the perfect balance of fresh parsley and Dijon mustard. Topped with a tangy-sweet glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, every slice offers a luscious burst of flavor. With a quick 20-minute prep and an hour in the oven, this hearty, family-friendly dish serves as the ultimate crowd-pleaser when paired with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or Sunday gatherings, this meatloaf recipe is destined to be a new classic in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef (80% lean)
- 0.5 pounds Ground pork
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup Parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to soak.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, diced onion, minced garlic, soaked breadcrumbs, eggs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix to avoid a dense meatloaf.
Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape on the prepared baking sheet or press it into a loaf pan. Smooth the top to ensure even cooking.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make the glaze.
Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Then, remove it from the oven and spread the remaining glaze on top.
Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps to retain its juices.
Slice and serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 253.3 g | 325% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.6 g | 478% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1213 mg | 404% | |
| Sodium | 7258 mg | 316% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.9 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.4 g | ||
| Protein | 246.6 g | 493% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 693 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 31.8 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 3507 mg | 75% | |
*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.
