Best Meatloaf Recipe Ever

Amazing homemade Meatloaf Recipe. The meatloaf is so tender and juicy on the inside with a sweet and tangy glaze that adds so much flavor to the meatloaf. Serve the easy meatloaf with mashed potatoes and a side of asparagus.

best meatloaf recipe ever

Meatloaf Recipe with the Best Glaze

best meatloaf recipe ever

Amazing homemade Meatloaf Recipe. The meatloaf is so tender and juicy on the inside with a sweet and tangy sauce that glazes the meatloaf and adds so much flavor!

Prep: 10min

Total: 60min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 344 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 11 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs ground beef (85% or 90% lean)
  • 1 med onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 3 Tbsp ketchup
  • 3 Tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1 ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp ground paprika
  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 ½ tsp white vinegar
  • 2 ½ Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instruction:

  1. Line a 9”x5” loaf pan with parchment paper and preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large bowl, add all of the ingredients for the meatloaf. Mix well to combine.
  3. Add meat to the loaf pan, gently press meat down and shape evenly and bake meatloaf at 375˚F for 40 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients together for the sauce. Spread the sauce over meatloaf then return to oven and bake additional 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 160˚F. Rest meatloaf 10 minutes before slicing. Drizzle with baking juices from the pan.

Best Meatloaf Recipe ever! will knock your socks off

best meatloaf recipe ever

Here is a quick and simple recipe you can use to make scrumptious meatloaf without spending hours in the kitchen.

Prep: 10min

Total: 70min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 368 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 25 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Sodium 409 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, unSaturated Fat 12 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • 3-4 cloves garlic (finely minced )
  • 2½ Tablespoons Ketchup
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • salt (to taste)
  • pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons meatloaf seasoning
  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • 1½ teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper (to taste)

Instruction:

  1. Line a 9×5 inches loaf pan with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl to make meatloaf. Mix well until combined.
  3. Add this mixture into the loaf pan and press gently so that it takes the shape of a loaf.
  4. Bake at 375 F for 35-40 minutes.
  5. In a bowl combine all the ingredients to make the sauce. After the meatloaf gets baked, get it out of the oven and spread the sauce over it.
  6. Bake for another 15-20 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven and allow it to cool down at room temperature for 10-minutes before slicing.
  8. Drizzle the leftover juice over the meatloaf slices and serve.

The Perfect Meatloaf Recipe – 3 Secrets to the Best Meatloaf Ever

FAQ

What is the secret to juicy meatloaf?

Use Enough Filler. The function of breadcrumbs in meatloaf is to absorb and retain the juices so you have a moister loaf. Meat by itself will simply drain away the juices and end up dry. A percentage of 15 to 25 percent breadcrumbs in relation to the meat is common in most of today’s recipes.

How to make a Paula Deen’s meatloaf?

Ingredients
  1. 1 lb ground beef.
  2. 1 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
  4. 1/2 cup chopped onion.
  5. 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper.
  6. 1 lightly beaten egg.
  7. 8 oz canned without juice diced tomatoes.
  8. 1/2 cup quick cooking oats.

How to make a Bobby Flay meatloaf?

Should I cook my meatloaf covered or uncovered? The meatloaf can be cooked uncovered. However, if you are concerned about it burning, you can cover the meatloaf with foil for the first 45 minutes and uncover it for the final 15 minutes to allow the meatloaf to brown on top.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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