Donna's Meatloaf

Sink your fork into the ultimate comfort food with Donna’s Meatloaf, a timeless classic that combines hearty ingredients and rich flavors to create a satisfying meal the whole family will love. Made with perfectly seasoned ground beef, a touch of Worcestershire sauce for depth, and the subtle sweetness of a ketchup glaze enriched with brown sugar and Dijon mustard, this meatloaf is savory perfection. The tender loaf is kept moist with breadcrumbs and milk, while finely chopped onion and minced garlic infuse every bite with aromatic goodness. Quick to prep and baked to juicy perfection in just an hour, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or Sunday suppers. Slice it up and serve with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Keywords: Donna's Meatloaf recipe, classic meatloaf, homemade comfort food, easy weeknight dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Ketchup (for the glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (for the glaze)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (for the glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to form an even loaf shape.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard to create the glaze.

Step 5

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf using a spoon or spatula.

Step 6

Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 7

Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 10 minutes after removing it from the oven. This helps retain moisture and makes it easier to slice.

Step 8

Carefully remove the meatloaf from the pan, slice it into portions, and serve warm. Pair it with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1542.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2916.0

Total Fat 178.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1025.2mg	0%
Sodium 7603.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 68.5g
Protein 187.5g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 458.1mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 3349.6mg	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: 53.5%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 21.5%