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Best Meatloaf Recipe

Savory Best Meatloaf Recipe That Families Love

This is the Best Meatloaf Recipe, featuring a zesty glaze, quick assembly, and endless customization, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound lean ground beef 80/20 fat recommended
  • 1 cup Italian or seasoned breadcrumbs acts as a binding agent
  • 1 medium onion finely diced and sautéed in butter
  • 2 large eggs add richness and bind the ingredients
  • 0.5 cup milk dairy-free alternatives work perfectly
  • 0.33 cup ketchup or chili sauce adds delightful tang
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning for herbal goodness
  • 2 tablespoons parsley fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
For the Glaze
  • 0.33 cup chili sauce adds sweetness and tang
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional) sweet touch to the glaze

Equipment

  • Baking Pan
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Best Meatloaf Recipe
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with aluminum foil and coat it with cooking spray.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until tender and lightly golden.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs and milk, whisking together. Add breadcrumbs and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Fold in the ground beef, cooled sautéed onions, ketchup, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the baking pan and shape into a smooth loaf.
  6. Bake for about 40 minutes until the top is browned and edges are crisping slightly.
  7. Mix chili sauce and ketchup for the glaze in a small bowl, adding optional brown sugar if desired.
  8. Carefully remove the meatloaf, spread the glaze over the top, and return to the oven for an additional 15-30 minutes.
  9. Let the meatloaf sit for at least 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness, aiming for 160°F.

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