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Best Meatloaf

Mouthwatering Best Meatloaf: Comfort Food You'll Love

This Best Meatloaf recipe combines tender ground beef with zesty glaze, perfect for busy weeknights and highly customizable.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 2 pounds Lean Ground Beef Opt for 80/20 blend
  • 1 medium Onion Sautéed until sweet and translucent
  • 1 tablespoon Butter For sautéing onions
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding
  • 1/2 cup Milk Beef broth is a substitute
  • 1 cup Italian Breadcrumbs Provides structure
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup or Chili Sauce Adds moisture and tanginess
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Enhances flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Or use dried if fresh isn't available
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Optional for topping
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Classic topping
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar For glaze
  • 1 teaspoon Extra Italian Seasoning For additional taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with aluminum foil, lightly coating with cooking spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt a tablespoon of butter and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, and Italian breadcrumbs; mix well and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Blend the hydrated breadcrumbs with the ground beef, cooled onions, ketchup, Italian seasoning, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, shaping it into a loaf with a slight indentation on top.
  6. Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  7. Meanwhile, mix together the topping ingredients: ketchup, brown sugar, and extra Italian seasoning.
  8. After 40 minutes, spread the glaze over the top of the meatloaf and return it to the oven for an additional 15-30 minutes.
  9. Once baked, let the meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing for the best texture and consider using a meat thermometer for accuracy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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