Description
This classic meatloaf recipe is tender, juicy, and packed with rich flavors. Made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a tangy glaze, it’s the perfect comfort food for a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
✔ Ground beef (80/20) – For the best texture and flavor
✔ Breadcrumbs or panko – Helps bind everything together
✔ Eggs – Essential for structure and moisture
✔ Onion & garlic – Adds a deep, savory taste
✔ Milk or beef broth – Keeps the meatloaf moist
✔ Worcestershire sauce – Enhances umami flavors
✔ Seasonings (salt, pepper, thyme, parsley, paprika) – For well-balanced taste
✔ Ketchup-based glaze (ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, vinegar) – The perfect finishing touch
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Sauté onions & garlic until soft, then mix with ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings.
3️⃣ Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
4️⃣ Bake for 40 minutes, then brush with the glaze and bake for another 15-20 minutes (until the internal temperature reaches 160°F).
5️⃣ Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra moisture, consider adding grated carrots or zucchini to the meat mixture. If using leaner meats like turkey, add an extra egg or a splash of broth for juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the loaf
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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