Description
This Best Homemade Meatloaf Recipe is a timeless comfort food classic. Juicy, flavorful, and glazed to perfection, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy Sunday meals. A satisfying slice every time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup (plus more for topping)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
For the Glaze:
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease a loaf pan.
- Soak the Breadcrumbs: In a large bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Mix the Ingredients: Add the beef, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix gently until combined.
- Shape the Loaf: Form the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet or in a loaf pan.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, stir together ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Spread half over the loaf.
- Bake: Bake for 45 minutes. Add the rest of the glaze and bake an additional 15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Rest and Slice: Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Don’t overmix the meat—this helps keep the meatloaf tender. Use a thermometer to check doneness. For variation, try ground turkey, add chopped vegetables, or stuff the center with cheese for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Classic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of loaf)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 105mg