Mother's Meatloaf

Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, Mother’s Meatloaf is the ultimate classic recipe that will transport you straight to the heart of home-cooked goodness. Made with a perfectly seasoned blend of 80% lean ground beef, finely diced onions, and a breadcrumb-milk mixture for a tender texture, this dish is brought to life with a dash of Worcestershire sauce and a tangy-sweet brown sugar ketchup glaze. Ready in just over an hour and perfect for cozy family dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe highlights the simple joy of homemade comfort food. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or crisp green beans, and watch this timeless meatloaf disappear right off the table! Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight meal or looking to recreate a nostalgic favorite, Mother’s Meatloaf is the perfect go-to dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the liquid.

Step 3

Add the ground beef, eggs, diced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 cup of ketchup, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and parsley (if using) to the bowl with the breadcrumb mixture.

Step 4

Using clean hands, gently mix all the ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to a greased or parchment-lined baking dish. Shape it into a loaf about 2-3 inches thick.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup with the brown sugar. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and green beans. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1564.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3207.0

Total Fat 204.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1012.8mg	0%
Sodium 5675.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 60.5g
Protein 186.5g	0%

Vitamin D 191.9IU	0%
Calcium 502.9mg	0%
Iron 26.9mg	0%
Potassium 3000.3mg	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: 57.4%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 19.3%