Description
This Meatloaf Recipe is the quintessential comfort food that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dinner table. Featuring a perfect blend of ground beef, spices, and a sweet tangy glaze, this dish is not only delicious but also incredibly simple to prepare. Ideal for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal, it pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted veggies. Enjoy the hearty flavors that make every bite memorable, ensuring that everyone at your table leaves satisfied!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef (80% or 85% lean)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 3/4 cup ketchup (plus extra for glaze)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, sauté onions in olive oil until softened. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onions, eggs, garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; mix gently until combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes.
- For the glaze: mix ketchup with brown sugar and spread over the meatloaf; bake an additional 20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg