Description
Craving a hearty, nostalgic dinner idea? This Classic Meatloaf is the perfect solution. It’s an easy recipe packed with bold flavors, juicy texture, and that iconic tangy-sweet glaze on top. Ideal for quick dinners, budget meals, or classic comfort food cravings — this dish never disappoints. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, an easy recipe for beginners, or a cozy food idea for the whole family, this meatloaf covers it all.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef (80/20)
0.5 cup breadcrumbs
0.5 cup milk
2 large eggs
0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
0.25 cup ketchup (plus extra for glaze)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to soften.
2. Add ground beef, chopped onions, garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, and parsley to the bowl. Mix until just combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to a lined baking sheet or loaf pan and shape into a loaf, about 8×4 inches.
4. In a small bowl, mix extra ketchup with a splash of Worcestershire sauce for the glaze. Spread over the top of the loaf.
5. Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 50–60 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
6. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the meat mixture to keep the loaf tender.
Letting it rest after baking helps the juices redistribute evenly.
For more flavor, try swapping half the ground beef with Italian sausage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of loaf)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Classic meatloaf, easy dinner, comfort food, meatloaf recipe