The Best Classic Meatloaf
This classic meatloaf recipe features ground beef and a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze, just like mom used to make.
Equipment
- Loaf pan
- large bowl
- small bowl
Ingredients
Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 lb 90% lean ground beef
- 1 cup dried bread crumbs
- ½ cup diced yellow onion
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg beaten
- 2 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley leaves
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Topping
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, add the beef, bread crumbs, onion, milk, egg, 2 tablespoons ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Use your hands to mush and mix these ingredients together until well combined.
- Add the meat mixture to a loaf pan. Pat the meat down into an even layer.
- In a small bowl, add ¼ cup ketchup, the brown sugar, and vinegar. Stir to combine. Pour the sauce on top of the meatloaf and spread it into an even layer.
- Bake uncovered for 55 minutes.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 8-10 minutes before serving (or it may fall apart).
Notes
This recipe serves approximately 10 slices and is perfect for a family dinner.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 340mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
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