Laura's Meatloaf

Laura's Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food classic, blending simplicity and rich, savory flavors in every bite. This hearty recipe features tender, perfectly seasoned ground beef combined with finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, and a touch of parsley for a homestyle feel. A sweet-and-tangy glaze made with ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard elevates each slice, creating that irresistible caramelized topping. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this meatloaf comes together effortlessly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes and crisp green beans for a satisfying, nostalgic meal everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef (85% lean)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°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, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, beaten egg, 1/4 cup of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and optional parsley. Mix together using clean hands or a wooden spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense meatloaf.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to shape it evenly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to make the glaze.

Step 5

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 6

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 7

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 8

Slice into thick pieces and serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and green beans. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1544.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2616.3

Total Fat 151.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 809.8mg	0%
Sodium 5907.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 69.2g
Protein 180.2g	0%

Vitamin D 149.9IU	0%
Calcium 411.0mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 2895.4mg	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: 49.6%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 24.2%