Natalie's Meatloaf

Experience comfort food at its finest with Natalie's Meatloaf, a timeless recipe packed with rich, savory flavors and a hint of homemade nostalgia. This classic dish combines tender ground beef, hearty breadcrumbs, and a medley of pantry staples like Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and a touch of paprika for bold seasoning. Finely chopped onion, garlic, and fresh parsley elevate the meatloaf with bursts of freshness, while a tangy-sweet glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in just over an hour, this family-friendly meatloaf is easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with comforting sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Whether it's a weeknight dinner or a cozy gathering, Natalie's Meatloaf is the ultimate crowd-pleaser you'll return to time and time again.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Ground beef (85% lean)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 2 tbsp Parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar (for glaze)
• 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, paprika, and chopped parsley.

Step 3

Using your hands or a large spoon, gently mix everything together until fully combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.

Step 4

Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape if using a baking sheet, or press it evenly into the loaf pan.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make the glaze.

Step 6

Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven, spread the remaining glaze over the top, and return it to the oven to bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite sides, like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1600.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2726.6

Total Fat 155.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 993.1mg	0%
Sodium 7401.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 78.6g
Protein 187.2g	0%

Vitamin D 191.9IU	0%
Calcium 454.8mg	0%
Iron 27.3mg	0%
Potassium 3168.8mg	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: 49.1%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 24.6%