Classic Meatloaf
Classic meatloaf, topped with a sweet and simple glaze, is a hearty and satisfying comfort dish. This easy dinner comes together with minimal effort and delivers big on flavor. A mix of milk, eggs, and breadcrumbs keeps it moist and tender, making it a family favorite everyone will want seconds of. With hardly any prep involved, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the meatloaf:
- 2 lbs. ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the glaze:
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, Italian seasoning, onion, garlic, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt and pepper. Mix well until the mixture forms into a uniform consistency.
- Transfer the beef mixture into a lightly oiled 9×5-inch loaf pan (1 lb. loaf pan) and invert it upside down onto a quarter sheet baking pan or 9×13-inch casserole pan to transfer the meatloaf over.
- Bake for 1 hour until the internal temperature reaches 160F, as read on a meat thermometer.
- In a small bowl, whisk to combine ketchup and BBQ sauce. Spread the sauce evenly over the meatloaf. Then, return the meatloaf back into oven and bake for additional 10 to 15 minutes to create a beautiful, caramelized glaze.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately with a side of mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Drizzle any extra pan juices on top for extra flavour.
Nutrition
Calories: 321kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 38.5gFat: 7.2gCholesterol: 152.7mgSodium: 831mgSugar: 7.9gVitamin C: 6.5mg
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