Susan's Awesome Meatloaf

Elevate your comfort food game with Susan's Awesome Meatloaf, a moist and flavor-packed classic that's perfect for weeknights or family gatherings. Made with a rich blend of ground beef, savory Worcestershire sauce, aromatic minced garlic, and a dash of Italian seasoning, this recipe promises a hearty and satisfying meal. The star of the show is the irresistible ketchup-based glaze, sweetened with brown sugar and tangy apple cider vinegar, caramelized to perfection as it bakes. Ready in just over an hour, this easy meatloaf is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for serving alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crisp roasted veggies. With its simple preparation and comforting flavors, Susan's Awesome Meatloaf is destined to become your go-to recipe for a meal that's both nostalgic and delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 3 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, diced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Step 3

Using clean hands or a sturdy spoon, mix until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it evenly into the pan to shape it into a loaf.

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. Reserve the other half for glazing later during cooking.

Step 7

Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 45 minutes. After 45 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the remaining glaze over the top.

Step 8

Return the meatloaf to the oven and 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. This helps retain the juices and makes slicing easier.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy Susan's Awesome Meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1045.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2822.5

Total Fat 190.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 642.3mg	0%
Sodium 2302.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 167.9g	0%

Vitamin D 56.2IU	0%
Calcium 188.3mg	0%
Iron 20.9mg	0%
Potassium 2265.9mg	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: 60.7%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 15.5%