Description
Looking for the best classic meatloaf recipe? This one is quick, easy, and juicy with a sweet tangy glaze perfect for family dinners or meal prep! Whether you want a simple comfort meal or healthy dinner idea, this meatloaf is the best choice for any night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, eggs, milk, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on the pan.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to make the glaze.
- Brush the glaze over the loaf and bake for 15–20 more minutes.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for the juiciest texture.
- Don’t overmix the meat to avoid dryness.
- Double the glaze for extra flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg