Classic Homemade Meatloaf
A perfectly juicy and flavorful classic meatloaf made with seasoned ground beef, tender breadcrumbs, and a tangy caramelized glaze. This comforting dish delivers a soft interior with a lightly crisp exterior, ideal for family dinners or meal prep.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking tray or loaf pan
- Small bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Meat thermometer (optional but recommended)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb 675g ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried parsley
For the glaze:
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley, and mix well.
- Add ground beef, and breadcrumbs.
- Gently mix everything together until just combined without overworking the meat.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on a baking tray or in a loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to make the glaze.
- Spread half of the glaze evenly over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove from oven, spread remaining glaze on top.
- Return to oven and bake for another 20 minutes or until fully cooked (internal temp 160°F / 70°C).
- Remove from oven and let it rest before slicing.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Sugar: 6g
