Joanna Gaines’ Classic Homestyle Meatloaf 

Joanna Gaines’ Classic Homestyle Meatloaf is a comforting, family-friendly dish that brings warmth and nostalgia to the dinner table. Inspired by her love for classic, homestyle cooking, this meatloaf combines rich ground beef, aromatic herbs, and a signature ketchup glaze, offering a rustic charm that makes every bite feel like home.

 Full Recipe:

 Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

• 2 lbs ground beef

• 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 large eggs

• 1/2 cup whole milk

• 1/3 cup ketchup

• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup ketchup

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

 Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley. Mix well by hand until everything is evenly incorporated.

3. Transfer the meat mixture to a parchment-lined baking sheet or loaf pan. Shape into a loaf.

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

5. Bake uncovered for 55-65 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

6. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

 Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 420 kcal

• Protein: 20 g

• Fat: 22 g

• Saturated Fat: 9 g

• Carbohydrates: 12 g

• Fiber: 1 g

• Sugar: 6 g

• Sodium: 828 mg

• Cholesterol: 107 mg