Meatloaf Recipe
This classic meatloaf recipe delivers a tender, juicy interior topped with a sweet and tangy glaze. Made with simple pantry staples and baked to perfection, it’s a comforting family dinner that’s perfect for both weeknights and special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
2 lbs ground beef (80–85% lean)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 tsp olive oil
2 large eggs
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp ketchup
3 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
1/3 cup milk
1 tsp salt
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
For the glaze:
3/4 cup ketchup
1 1/2 tsp white vinegar
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and golden. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onion, eggs, garlic, ketchup, parsley, breadcrumbs, milk, salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Mix just until combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf about 8 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 3 inches tall on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder to prepare the glaze.
- Spread the glaze evenly over the meatloaf and return to the oven. Bake an additional 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the meat to keep the texture tender.
Letting the meatloaf rest helps it hold together when slicing.
You can substitute ground turkey or a beef-pork mix for variation.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze tightly wrapped meatloaf for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 loaf)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
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