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classic meatloaf recipe

Classic Meatloaf Recipe

Juicy, flavorful, and topped with a tangy glaze — this classic meatloaf recipe is the ultimate family comfort food.
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Prep Time 17 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 383 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • - Loaf pan or baking sheet
  • - Meat thermometer
  • - Silicone brush

Ingredients
  

  • #### For the Meatloaf:
  • - 2 lbs ground beef 80–85% lean
  • - 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • - 2 large eggs
  • - ¾ cup milk
  • - ¾ cup breadcrumbs
  • - 3 cloves garlic minced
  • - ¼ cup ketchup
  • - 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • - 1½ tsp salt
  • - ½ tsp black pepper
  • - ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • #### For the Glaze:
  • - ½ cup ketchup
  • - 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • - 1 tsp white vinegar
  • - ½ tsp garlic powder
  • - ¼ tsp onion powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan or line a sheet pan with foil.
  • In a large bowl, combine meatloaf ingredients. Mix gently until just combined.
  • Shape into a loaf. Place in pan or on sheet.
  • Mix glaze ingredients. Brush half on top.
  • Bake for 45 minutes. Brush with remaining glaze. Bake 15–30 minutes more, or until internal temp is 160°F.
  • Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

- Substitute beef with turkey or a 50/50 mix
- Keto-friendly: Use almond flour, cream, and sugar-free ketchup
- Freeze raw or baked for easy meal prep
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