This Classic Homemade Meatloaf Recipe is a timeless comfort food favorite, perfect for family dinners and easy weeknight meals. Combining ground beef with flavorful seasonings, breadcrumbs, and a tangy glaze, this meatloaf is moist, tender, and packed with savory goodness. It’s a versatile dish that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, vegetables, or a fresh salad. Easy to prepare and bake, this recipe has stood the test of time as one of the best meatloaf variations, delivering classic flavors everyone loves.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  
  

• 1 cup breadcrumbs
  
  

• 1/2 cup milk
  
  

• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  
  

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
  

• 2 large eggs
  
  

• 1/4 cup ketchup
  
  

• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  
  

• 1 teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  
  

Glaze:

• 1/2 cup ketchup
  
  

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  
  

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   
   

2. In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk, letting them soak for a few minutes.
   
   

3. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, garlic, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
   
   

4. Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a lined baking sheet.
   
   

5. In a small bowl, whisk together the glaze ingredients: ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
   
   

6. Bake for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
   
   

7. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain its juices. Serve warm.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx.):
• Calories: 360 kcal
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Cholesterol: 140 mg
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 14 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1 g
• Sugars: 8 g
• Protein: 28 g