Classic Meatloaf Recipe
A moist, savory meatloaf with a sweet glaze, baked to perfection using a panade for juiciness. This reliable family recipe offers balanced flavor and a tender crumb, ideal for comfort meals and leftovers.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef (80-85% lean)
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup ketchup (meat mixture)
- 1/2 cup ketchup (glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (glaze)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Combine beef, eggs, milk, Panko, onion, garlic, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and peppers in a large bowl, mixing until just combined
- Transfer mixture to a greased loaf pan or baking sheet, shaping into a 9x5-inch loaf
- In a small bowl, whisk 1/2 cup ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and 1 teaspoon salt
- Brush 1/3 of the glaze over the loaf, reserving remaining glaze
- Bake for 45 minutes, brush with remaining glaze, and bake 10-15 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 160°F
- Let rest 15 minutes before slicing
Notes
Use parchment-lined baking sheet for easy cleanup
Panko prevents dryness better than regular breadcrumbs
Substitute 85/15 lean beef for extra juiciness
Glaze works with ketchup substitute if needed
Leftovers freeze well for 2-3 months
Panko prevents dryness better than regular breadcrumbs
Substitute 85/15 lean beef for extra juiciness
Glaze works with ketchup substitute if needed
Leftovers freeze well for 2-3 months
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
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