Mom's Meatloaf

Sink your teeth into the comforting, nostalgic flavors of Mom's Meatloaf—an easy-to-make classic that’s as hearty as it is satisfying. This recipe combines tender ground beef (80/20) with a perfect mix of pantry staples like breadcrumbs, milk, and eggs for a moist and flavorful loaf. Seasoned with the aromatic trifecta of onion, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce, plus a touch of ketchup and mustard powder, every bite is packed with savory goodness. Topped with a glossy ketchup glaze and optional parsley garnish, this meatloaf bakes to perfection in just over an hour. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for the ultimate comfort food meal your whole family will love. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this timeless dish delivers classic flavor with minimal prep time.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20)
• 1 cup Plain breadcrumbs
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard powder
• 2 tablespoons Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, diced onion, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, dried parsley, and mustard powder.

Step 3

Using clean hands, gently mix the ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender meatloaf.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it gently to form an even shape. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.

Step 5

Place the loaf pan on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for around 50 minutes.

Step 6

After 50 minutes, carefully remove the pan from the oven and spread an additional 2 to 3 tablespoons of ketchup over the top as a glaze, if desired.

Step 7

Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

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

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and enjoy with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1615.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3216.1

Total Fat 205.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1030.7mg	0%
Sodium 4768.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 47.0g
Protein 190.0g	0%

Vitamin D 218.7IU	0%
Calcium 731.1mg	0%
Iron 27.3mg	0%
Potassium 3287.8mg	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: 57.9%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 18.2%