Description
This Easy Meatloaf Recipe is juicy, tender, and topped with a flavorful glaze. A comforting family dinner that’s simple to prepare and always satisfying.
Ingredients
2 lbs ground beef
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup milk
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (alcohol-free)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried parsley
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 cup ketchup (for glaze)
2 tbsp brown sugar (for glaze)
1 tbsp mustard (for glaze)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, parsley, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined.
3. Transfer the mixture into the loaf pan and shape evenly.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard for the glaze. Spread half over the meatloaf.
5. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.
6. Remove from oven, spread the remaining glaze, and bake an additional 20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
7. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
– Swap ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter loaf.
– Use oats or crushed crackers instead of breadcrumbs.
– Add shredded zucchini or carrots for extra nutrition.
– Make ahead and freeze for up to 3 months.
– Refrigerate in airtight container up to 4 days.
– Reheat at 350°F until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg