Ultimate Classic Meatloa
This Ultimate Classic Meatloaf is tender, juicy, and packed with comforting flavors. Made with ground beef, oats or breadcrumbs, and savory seasonings, it's topped with a tangy glaze that caramelizes beautifully for a classic family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or quick oats
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup milk
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Glaze
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or coconut sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs/oats, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Shape mixture into a 9×5-inch loaf and place on a baking sheet or loaf pan.
- Mix glaze ingredients in a small bowl; brush evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Do not overmix to keep meatloaf tender. Use quick oats as a gluten-free option in place of breadcrumbs. For extra flavor, sauté onions and garlic before combining.