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Meatloaf Recipe

A classic, comforting meatloaf that combines savory beef, spices, and surprising flavors to create a dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs ground beef (85% or 80% lean)
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 Tbsp ketchup
  • 3 Tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free bread crumbs)
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Meatloaf Sauce Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 1/2 tsp white vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion for about 5-7 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine all the meatloaf ingredients gently to maintain a tender texture.
  4. Shape the mixture into a loaf, approximately 8 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 3 inches tall.
Cooking
  1. Place the shaped loaf on the prepared baking sheet and bake uncovered for about 40 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the sauce ingredients.
  3. After 40 minutes, spread the sauce over the meatloaf and return it to the oven for an additional 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
Serving
  1. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Best served hot from the oven with creamy mashed potatoes or steaming vegetables. Leftover meatloaf can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Consider adding diced bell peppers or shredded cheese for variations.