Nana's Meatloaf

Discover the ultimate comfort food with Nana’s Meatloaf—a timeless, home-cooked classic that brings generations together around the table. This hearty recipe combines savory ground beef, aromatic garlic and onions, and a perfect blend of seasonings like Worcestershire sauce and paprika for rich, deep flavor. Enhanced with breadcrumbs and milk for unmatched tenderness, this meatloaf is topped with a mouthwatering glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to perfection in one hour, it’s an easy, satisfying dinner for the whole family. Serve this old-fashioned meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a meal that’s as comforting as a hug from Nana herself. Perfect for Sunday dinners or weeknight meals, it’s a nostalgic dish everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 cup ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for glaze)
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 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, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika.

Step 3

Using clean hands, gently mix the ingredients together until they are evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can lead to a dense meatloaf.

Step 4

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

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the 1/4 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard to make the glaze. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 6

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.

Step 7

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute and makes slicing easier.

Step 8

Serve warm, paired with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad. Enjoy Nana's heartwarming recipe!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1601.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2984.9

Total Fat 179.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 985.1mg	0%
Sodium 6218.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 78.7g
Protein 187.4g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 453.7mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 3138.6mg	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: 52.7%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 22.9%