Yes Virginia There Is a Great Meatloaf

Discover comfort food at its finest with "Yes Virginia There Is a Great Meatloaf," a classic recipe reimagined for unbeatable flavor and irresistible texture. This family-friendly meatloaf comes together with a perfect blend of tender ground beef, finely chopped onion, and breadcrumbs, all bound by milk and a single egg for a moist and juicy result. Elevate the taste with bold layers of Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and fresh parsley, while the crown jewel is a mouthwatering glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard, baked to a sticky, caramelized perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple ingredients you likely already have on hand, this meatloaf is the ultimate weekday dinner go-to. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables for a heartwarming meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp yellow mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°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, bread crumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Use clean hands or a large spoon to mix the ingredients just until well combined, being careful not to overmix as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down gently to form a loaf shape.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf with a spoon or spatula.

Step 7

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).

Step 8

Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 5-10 minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 9

Carefully remove the meatloaf from the pan, slice, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1720.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3040.7

Total Fat 180.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 843.6mg	0%
Sodium 5804.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 90.7g
Protein 185.5g	0%

Vitamin D 161.1IU	0%
Calcium 720.8mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 3601.0mg	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: 52.3%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 23.8%