Classic Meatloaf with Ketchup

Comfort food at its finest, this Classic Meatloaf with Ketchup is a timeless dinner favorite that combines rich, savory flavors with a hint of sweetness. Made with tender ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a medley of seasonings like Worcestershire sauce and fresh parsley, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between moist and hearty. The star of the show is its luscious ketchup glaze, mixed with brown sugar and Dijon mustard for a tangy-sweet finish that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and baked to perfection in an hour, this family-friendly dish pairs perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Whether you're serving it for a cozy weeknight meal or a comforting Sunday dinner, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Parsley
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.75 cup, divided Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, chopped parsley, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 cup of ketchup.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients by hand until fully incorporated but do not overwork the mixture.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of ketchup with brown sugar and Dijon mustard.

Step 6

Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve your classic meatloaf with mashed potatoes or a side of vegetables for a hearty meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1580.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3209.3

Total Fat 202.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 856.7mg	0%
Sodium 5898.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 71.5g
Protein 181.0g	0%

Vitamin D 163.6IU	0%
Calcium 466.7mg	0%
Iron 25.7mg	0%
Potassium 2379.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.4%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 21.1%