John's Meat Loaf

Savor the comforting flavors of John's Meat Loaf, a hearty classic that combines simplicity with bold taste. Made with tender ground beef, aromatic garlic, and finely chopped onion, this recipe features a perfectly balanced mix of breadcrumbs, milk, and eggs for a moist and flavorful texture. Elevating the dish is a tangy-sweet glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. With just 15 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, this family-friendly dinner is ideal for weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crisp steamed vegetables for an unforgettable homemade meal. Perfect for fans of traditional comfort food, this meat loaf recipe is destined to become a table favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20)
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 Eggs
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Mustard
• 0.25 cup Extra ketchup (for the topping)

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, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meat loaf tender.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and gently press it down to shape it evenly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the extra ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Let the meat loaf rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delicious homemade meat loaf with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1590.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3235.3

Total Fat 203.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1025.2mg	0%
Sodium 7457.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 70.0g
Protein 186.8g	0%

Vitamin D 191.9IU	0%
Calcium 515.5mg	0%
Iron 27.6mg	0%
Potassium 3089.6mg	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: 56.3%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 20.6%