Meatloaf Recipe

Sliced homemade meatloaf with ketchup glaze

This delicious and easy meatloaf features ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a flavorful blend of spices. It is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Serve it with your favorite sides for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings loaf

Calories 3073.3kcal

Ingredients

The Meatloaf

2 lb ground beef
1 large onion minced
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
3 cloves garlic minced
1 ½ teaspoon italian seasoning
3 tablespoon parsley chopped
1½ teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoon ketchup
2 eggs
¼ cup milk orketchup
2 teaspoon bouillon powder chicken or beef
salt and pepper to taste

The Sauce

¾ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1½ tablespoon honey or brown sugar (lightly packed)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, garlic, Italian seasoning, parsley, paprika, ketchup, eggs, milk (or ketchup), bouillon powder, salt, and pepper.
Gently mix with your hands or a spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keeps the meatloaf soft and juicy.
Shape the seasoned meat into a loaf and gently lift it into the prepared loaf pan.
In a small bowl, stir together the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and honey (or brown sugar) until smooth.
Spread half of the sauce evenly over the meatloaf. Reserve the remaining for later.
Bake uncovered for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven, spread the remaining sauce over the top, and bake for another 15–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Bouillon powder is optional, but it adds a rich, savory depth of flavor that really enhances the taste of the meatloaf.
I like to use chicken bouillon because it enhances the flavor without adding an overly “beefy” taste, as the meatloaf already contains beef. However, beef bouillon will work just fine if that’s what you have on hand.
If you prefer a milder flavor, you can skip the bouillon altogether. Your meatloaf will still be delicious.
Ketchup can be used as a substitute for milk in the mixture to add extra moisture and a hint of tangy sweetness. This option works especially well if you like a slightly richer tomato flavor throughout your meatloaf.

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