Yes Virginia There Is a Great Meatloaf
Discover comfort food at its finest with "Yes Virginia There Is a Great Meatloaf," a classic recipe reimagined for unbeatable flavor and irresistible texture. This family-friendly meatloaf comes together with a perfect blend of tender ground beef, finely chopped onion, and breadcrumbs, all bound by milk and a single egg for a moist and juicy result. Elevate the taste with bold layers of Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and fresh parsley, while the crown jewel is a mouthwatering glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard, baked to a sticky, caramelized perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple ingredients you likely already have on hand, this meatloaf is the ultimate weekday dinner go-to. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables for a heartwarming meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, bread crumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Use clean hands or a large spoon to mix the ingredients just until well combined, being careful not to overmix as this can make the meatloaf dense.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down gently to form a loaf shape.
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 with a spoon or spatula.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 5-10 minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute.
Carefully remove the meatloaf from the pan, slice, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3041 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.0 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 844 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 5804 mg | 252% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.7 g | ||
| Protein | 185.5 g | 371% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 721 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 3601 mg | 77% | |
*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.
