Meatloaf
A classic comfort food, meatloaf is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for family dinners. This easy recipe can feed a crowd and provides delicious leftovers.
Ingredients
Meatloaf Mixture
- 2 lbs ground beef (85% or 80% lean)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped) About 1 cup
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 3 Tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Sauce
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 1/2 tsp white vinegar
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a medium skillet, heat 1 tsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
Cooking
- In a large bowl, mix all meatloaf ingredients just until combined, using your hands for best results.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place on the baking pan. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 40 minutes.
- In a small bowl, stir to combine the sauce ingredients.
- Spread the sauce over the meatloaf and return to the oven for an additional 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Don't overmix to maintain tenderness. Check internal temperature with a thermometer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
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