Easy Meatloaf Recipe
This Easy Meatloaf Recipe brings together juicy ground beef, tender breadcrumbs, and a tangy glaze in one quick, comforting baked dish. A balance of lean beef and pork, a secret splash of Worcestershire sauce for depth, and a homemade ketchup glaze that caramelizes beautifully.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds lean ground beef (85/15 blend)
- ½ pound ground pork (or turkey)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (or panko)
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or whole milk)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 small onion, finely diced yellow or sweet
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley optional
- ½ cup ketchup divided
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease with cooking spray.
- Cook diced onion and garlic until softened, then let cool.
- Combine beef, pork, sautéed onion mixture, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley. Mix gently.
- Transfer mixture to loaf pan or shape on a baking sheet. Whisk half the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Brush over the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, brushing remaining ketchup glaze 10 minutes before done.
- Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Use a sharp knife for neat slices.
Notes
Look for fresh breadcrumbs at your bakery. Substitute with GF breadcrumbs if needed. Let almond milk sit with the breadcrumbs for better moisture distribution.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal
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