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The Best Meatloaf Recipe

The Best Meatloaf Recipe
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This classic meatloaf recipe is a family favorite, combining lean ground beef with savory seasonings and a sweet and tangy glaze. It’s easy to make and perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Meatloaf:

  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ¾ cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup or chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Meatloaf Sauce:

  • ½ cup chili sauce
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  2. Cook onions: In a small pan, cook onions in butter over medium-low heat until tender. Let them cool completely.
  3. Prepare mixture: In a medium bowl, combine eggs, milk, and breadcrumbs. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Mix ingredients: Add the ground beef, cooked onions, ketchup or chili sauce, Italian seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix until just combined.
  5. Form loaf: Form an 8″x4″ loaf on the prepared baking pan and bake for 40 minutes.
  6. Make sauce: While the meatloaf is cooking, combine chili sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar to make Meatloaf Sauce. Spread over the meatloaf and bake for an additional 15-30 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Rest and serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • You can customize the glaze by adjusting the sweetness or adding a touch of heat with more chili sauce.
  • Leftover meatloaf makes great sandwiches the next day!

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