The BEST Easy Meatloaf Recipe
This traditional meatloaf is so juicy and packed with flavors with a sweet and tangy glaze that completes the homemade meatloaf.
Ingredients
meatloaf-
- 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
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp ground paprika
meatloaf sauce-
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 ½ tsp white vinegar
- 2 ½ Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare a 9”x5” loaf pan by lining with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the meatloaf until well incorporated.
- Transfer meat mixture into the loaf pan. Gently press and shaped the meat evenly.
- Bake the meatloaf at 375˚F for 40 minutes, uncovered.
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the sauce, spread over meatloaf then return to oven.
- Bake for an extra 15-20 minutes.
- Rest the meatloaf 10 minutes before slicing. Remove from pan and drizzle with juices before serving.