Grandma Margaret's Meatloaf

Transport your taste buds to a place of nostalgic comfort with Grandma Margaret's Meatloaf—a classic family dinner recipe packed with timeless flavors. Made with tender ground beef, savory spices, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, this meatloaf balances hearty textures with just the right amount of moisture from breadcrumbs and milk. The secret lies in its irresistible glaze—a sweet and tangy blend of ketchup, brown sugar, and dry mustard that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday dinners alike. Serve slices of this juicy meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for the ultimate homestyle meal. Comfort food has never tasted this good!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large egg
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, and minced garlic.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1/2 cup of the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Add this mixture to the meat mixture and mix thoroughly with clean hands or a large spoon until well-blended.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to eliminate air pockets and form an even loaf.

Step 5

In another small bowl, prepare the glaze by combining the remaining 1/2 cup of ketchup, brown sugar, and dry mustard. Mix until smooth and spread evenly on top of the meatloaf.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).

Step 7

Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Pair with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a comforting dinner.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1792.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3123.0

Total Fat 188.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 1063.1mg	0%
Sodium 6387.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 190.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 87.5g
Protein 191.6g	0%

Vitamin D 214.9IU	0%
Calcium 607.7mg	0%
Iron 24.8mg	0%
Potassium 3272.4mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 23.7%