Parmesan Meat Loaf

Elevate comfort food with this irresistible Parmesan Meat Loaf, a flavorful twist on a classic dinner favorite. This easy-to-make recipe combines juicy ground beef with savory Parmesan cheese, aromatic garlic, and a touch of Italian seasoning for a moist, tender loaf packed with bold flavors. A sweet and tangy glaze made with ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard is the perfect finishing touch, creating a caramelized topping that pairs beautifully with the rich meat mixture. In just 15 minutes of prep time and an hour of baking, you’ll have a hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp side salad for a comforting meal everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Ground beef
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 0.25 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.33 cups Ketchup
• 1 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard

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, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 3

Use clean hands to gently mix all the ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure the meat loaf stays tender.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet or press it evenly into the loaf pan.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard to create the glaze.

Step 6

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf, covering it completely.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 160°F (71°C) on a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Serve alongside mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1145.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2489.5

Total Fat 166.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 778.4mg	0%
Sodium 6036.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 176.5g	0%

Vitamin D 74.8IU	0%
Calcium 1547.1mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 2053.3mg	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: 58.6%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 13.7%