Classic Meatloaf Recipe
A juicy, flavorful meatloaf with a tangy homemade glaze. Customizable for keto and low-carb diets. Perfect for weeknight dinners or Sunday meals.
Equipment
- - 9×5 loaf pan or baking sheet
- - Mixing bowl
- - Instant-read thermometer
- - Silicone basting brush
- - Sharp knife
Ingredients
- **Meatloaf**
- - 2 lbs ground beef 80–85%
- - 1 medium onion finely chopped
- - 2 eggs
- - ¾ cup milk
- - ¾ cup breadcrumbs Panko
- - 3 garlic cloves minced
- - ¼ cup ketchup
- - 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- - 1½ tsp salt
- - ½ tsp black pepper
- - ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- **Glaze**
- - ½ cup ketchup
- - 2 tbsp brown sugar
- - 1 tsp white vinegar
- - ½ tsp garlic powder
- - ¼ tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line loaf pan or baking sheet.
- Combine all meatloaf ingredients in a bowl. Mix gently.
- Shape into a loaf and place in pan or on sheet.
- Stir glaze ingredients in a small bowl. Brush half on loaf.
- Bake for 45 minutes, then brush on remaining glaze.
- Bake 15–30 mins more, or until internal temp is 160°F.
- Rest 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use parchment for easier lifting
- Add grated carrots or zucchini for moisture
- Freeze baked slices for easy future meals
- Add grated carrots or zucchini for moisture
- Freeze baked slices for easy future meals