The Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe

The Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe

from thewholesomedish.com
65 min
10 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. 90% lean ground beef
  • 1 cup dried bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 2 tbsp. ketchup
  • 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. dried parsley leaves
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
  • For the Topping:
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, add the beef, bread crumbs, onion, milk, egg, 2 tablespoons ketchup, worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Use your hands to mush and mix these ingredients together until well combined.*

  3. 3

    Add the meat mixture to a loaf pan. Pat the meat down into an even layer.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, add 1/4 cup ketchup, the brown sugar, and vinegar. Stir to combine. Pour the sauce on top of the meatloaf and spread it into an even layer.

  5. 5

    Bake uncovered for 55 minutes.

  6. 6

    Let the meatloaf rest for 8-10 minutes before serving (or it may fall apart).**