Classic Beef Meatloaf 

This hearty and flavorful classic beef meatloaf is a comforting dish perfect for family dinners. Made with simple ingredients like ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a tangy ketchup glaze, it offers a satisfying meal that pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or meal prepping for the week, this recipe is both easy to prepare and delicious.

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (preferably 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)

• 1 cup dried breadcrumbs

• ½ cup diced yellow onion

• ½ cup milk

• 1 large egg, beaten

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp dried parsley

• ¾ tsp salt

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ¼ tsp ground black pepper

For the Glaze:

• ¼ cup ketchup

• 2 tbsp packed light brown sugar

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

2. Prepare the meat mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, diced onion, milk, egg, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried parsley, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

3. Shape the meatloaf: Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press the mixture evenly into the pan to form a loaf shape.

4. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ¼ cup of ketchup, brown sugar, and red wine vinegar until smooth.

5. Apply the glaze: Pour the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf, spreading it to cover the entire surface.

6. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

7. Rest and serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful meatloaf.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 276 kcal

• Protein: 28g

• Total Fat: 8.9g

  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g

  • Monounsaturated Fat: 3.6g

  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g

• Cholesterol: 115mg

• Sodium: 630mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 19g

  • Dietary Fiber: 0.5g

  • Sugars: 8.4g

• Added Sugars: 6g

• Calcium: 33.1mg

• Iron: 3.5mg

• Potassium: 529mg

• Vitamin D: 0.2mcg

• Vitamin B12: 2.9mcg

• Zinc: 6.6mg