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Best Meatloaf

This is the best meatloaf recipe ever: moist and tender on the inside with a yummy glaze on top. This recipe can easily be modified to your taste.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 213

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef 85/15 recommended for best flavor and moisture
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • Dash of hot sauce optional for heat

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onions and sauté for 5-6 minutes until translucent and soft. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, sautéed onions and garlic, eggs, milk, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix gently with your hands until just combined - do not overmix or your meatloaf will become dense.
  4. Transfer the meat mixture to your prepared baking sheet and shape it into a loaf approximately 9 inches long and 5 inches wide, or press evenly into your loaf pan.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together all glaze ingredients until smooth.
  6. Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, then remove and carefully spread the remaining glaze over the top.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 160°F (71°C).
  9. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This resting period is crucial for the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
  10. Slice into thick portions and serve warm with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 649mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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