Description
This classic meatloaf is tender, juicy, and topped with a sweet and savory glaze. It’s simple to make, customizable, and perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Meatloaf:
2 pounds 80%–90% ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey, or 1 pound ground turkey and 1 pound ground beef)
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
⅓ cup beef broth (or milk)
2 large eggs, whisked
2–3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1¼ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Glaze:
⅔ cup ketchup or BBQ sauce (or a mix)
2–3 tablespoons light brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet or 9×5-inch loaf pan with foil and spray lightly with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, gently mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, broth, eggs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until just combined.
- Press mixture into the prepared pan or shape into a loaf on the baking sheet.
- Mix ketchup (or BBQ sauce) and brown sugar in a small bowl. Spread over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Swap garlic and onion powder for sautéed fresh garlic and onion for deeper flavor.
- Mix ketchup with BBQ sauce for a richer glaze.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing keeps it juicy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
