Old Fashioned Meatloaf

Granny’s Classic Meatloaf is a comforting, old-fashioned recipe featuring a perfectly seasoned ground beef mixture topped with a delicious sticky glaze. The recipe includes sautéed onions and garlic for added flavor, soaked breadcrumbs for moisture, and a tangy sauce that caramelizes beautifully on top. This classic dish is easy to make and perfect for family dinners, leftovers, or meal prep.

Ingredients

• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  
  

• 1 cup milk
  
  

• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  
  

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
  

• 1 tablespoon butter
  
  

• 2 pounds ground beef
  
  

• 1 large egg
  
  

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  
  

• ½ teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
  
  

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  
  

Sauce Ingredients:

• ½ cup ketchup
  
  

• 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
  
  

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
   
   

2. Combine panko bread crumbs and milk in a small bowl; soak while preparing other ingredients.
   
   

3. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat, sauté diced onion until fragrant and slightly browned (3-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for 2-3 more minutes; remove from heat and cool.
   
   

4. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, soaked bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and sautéed onion and garlic mixture. Mix gently with hands, avoid overworking.
   
   

5. Shape mixture into a loaf on the lined baking sheet. Use a sharp knife to create a crisscross pattern on top for a crispy exterior.
   
   

6. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes. Meanwhile, mix ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar in a small bowl.
   
   

7. After 40 minutes, spread sauce over the meatloaf and continue baking for an additional 30-35 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
   
   

8. Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
   
   

Nutritional Value by Grams (per serving approx.)

• Calories: 388 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 15 g
  
  

• Protein: 23 g
  
  

• Fat: 26 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 10 g
  
  

• Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
  
  

• Monounsaturated Fat: 11 g
  
  

• Trans Fat: 1 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 111 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 639 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 464 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 1 g
  
  

• Sugar: 7 g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 212 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 2 mg
  
  

• Calcium: 90 mg
  
  

• Iron: 3 mg