The Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe #meatloaf

The best meatloaf recipe ever!  This traditional meatloaf recipe is just like mom used to make, made with ground beef and a sweet and tangy glaze topping.

This classic meatloaf is perfect for a busy weeknight meal because it can be prepared in minutes.  The only thing to chop is a 1/2 cup of onion.

Sometimes I like to prepare this meatloaf recipe ahead of time.  Just cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate it until you’re ready for it.  Then, uncover it and let it come to room temperature as you’re preheating the oven.

So easy!

The Best Classic Meatloaf recipe

This traditional meatloaf recipe is just like mom used to make, made with ground beef and a sweet and tangy glaze topping.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 55 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 large egg beaten
• 1 lb. 90% lean ground beef
• 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp. ketchup
• 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup dried bread crumbs
• 3/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. dried parsley leaves

For the Topping:

• 2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, add the beef, bread crumbs, onion, milk, egg, 2 tablespoons ketchup, worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Use your hands to mush and mix these ingredients together until well combined.*
3. Add the meat mixture to a loaf pan. Pat the meat down into an even layer.
4. In a small bowl, add 1/4 cup ketchup, the brown sugar, and vinegar. Stir to combine. Pour the sauce on top of the meatloaf and spread it into an even layer.
5. Bake uncovered for 55 minutes.
6. Let the meatloaf rest for 8-10 minutes before serving (or it may fall apart).**

Notes

*Be sure to mix the meat really well.  This is a very moist meatloaf recipe so under mixing can cause the meatloaf to be too soft/mushy. 

**I use two thin spatulas to remove the meatloaf from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board. You could also slice and serve the meatloaf directly from the loaf pan, or use parchment paper to line the pan for easy removal.

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