Description
This juicy Classic Meatloaf recipe is the ultimate comfort food made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a sweet-tangy glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, it’s a moist and flavorful favorite served best with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds ground beef (80/20)
¾ cup breadcrumbs
½ cup milk
2 large eggs
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup ketchup (divided)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line or grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk until softened.
3. Add ground beef, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup of ketchup. Mix gently to combine.
4. Shape mixture into a loaf and place in prepared pan or on a lined sheet pan.
5. In a small bowl, mix remaining ¼ cup ketchup with brown sugar and mustard.
6. Spread half the glaze over the meatloaf and bake for 45 minutes.
7. Remove from oven, spread remaining glaze, and bake an additional 15 minutes or until internal temperature is 160°F.
8. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the texture tender.
Letting the meatloaf rest after baking helps it hold its shape when sliced.
Use a thermometer to prevent overcooking and dryness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg