Description
This Classic Meatloaf Recipe delivers a tender, moist, and flavorful dish perfect for a comforting family meal. Made with ground beef, fresh herbs, and a savory ketchup-based glaze, this meatloaf is easy to prepare and bakes to perfection in the oven, ensuring a deliciously satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced (about 1 cup diced)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ⅔ cup quick-cooking oats
- ⅓ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Glaze
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add ground beef, finely diced onion, minced garlic, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, quick-cooking oats, milk, chopped fresh parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Using your hands, gently mix all ingredients until well combined without over-mixing to maintain tenderness.
- Form a loaf: On a casserole pan or rimmed baking sheet, shape the mixture into a loaf approximately 9×5 inches in size. Alternatively, place the mixture into a loaf pan for baking.
- Coat with the glaze: In a small bowl, stir together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and coconut or brown sugar. Brush this glaze evenly over the top of the formed meatloaf.
- Cook: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the glazed meatloaf into the oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) to ensure it is fully cooked.
- Slice and serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes to retain its juices. Then, slice into portions and serve warm.
Notes
- This recipe makes a tender and moist meatloaf layered with rich flavor, enhanced by the tasty ketchup-based glaze.
- Do not overmix the meat mixture to maintain a light texture in your meatloaf.
- Allowing the meatloaf to rest after baking lets the juices redistribute, making for juicier slices.
- The glaze adds a perfect sweet and tangy finish that complements the savory meatloaf.
- Watch a video demonstration to see tips and tricks for making this classic meatloaf flawless.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 626 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 121 mg
