Best Meatloaf Recipe How to Make It In 5 Steps
Sarah
Craving a juicy, flavorful meatloaf that never disappoints? Master this foolproof family recipe in just 5 simple steps.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 385 kcal
- 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 lean to fat ratio
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup ketchup for the meat mixture
- For the Glaze:
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Combine breadcrumbs and milk, let soak 5 minutes
Mix meat, soaked breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings
Shape into loaf in lined 9x5 inch pan
Make glaze and spread half on top
Bake 45 minutes
Add remaining glaze
Bake additional 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F
Rest 10 minutes before slicing
Keyword comfort food, dinner, weeknight meal, family dinner, ground beef, winter recipe, make-ahead