The Best Meatloaf Recipe
This classic meatloaf recipe with a sweet and tangy glaze is easy to make and goes perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes.
Equipment
- skillet
- Baking sheet
- loaf pan
Ingredients
Meatloaf Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef, 85% or 80% lean
- 1 med onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoon ketchup
- 3 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¾ cup Panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free bread crumbs
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Meatloaf Sauce Ingredients
- ¾ cup ketchup
- 1 ½ teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup and preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Set a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon oil and chopped onion and sauté until softened and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
- In a large bowl, add all of the meatloaf ingredients and mix just until well combined.
- Add meat to the pan and shape it into a meatloaf about 8 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 3 inches tall. Bake uncovered at 350˚F for 40 minutes.
- In a small bowl, add the sauce ingredients and stir to combine.
- Spread the sauce over the meatloaf, then return to the oven and bake an additional 20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 160˚F. Rest the meatloaf for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can replace half the meat with ground turkey, chicken, or pork (or even Italian sausage). Mix until the meat mixture is just combined to avoid a dense meatloaf.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 338kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 24gFat: 19g
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