Best Meatloaf Recipe

Sliced meatloaf is plated next to roasted potatoes.

5 from 3 votes

Tender, juicy Meatloaf baked under a tangy glaze is the retro dinner that never goes out of style. A family favorite for decades, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual Sunday dinners.

Prep Time10

Cook Time1 5

Total Time1 15

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kellie

Cost: $10

Equipment

1 baking dish
mixing bowl
chef's knife
cutting board
basting brush

Ingredients

1 1/2 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound Italian sausage casing removed
1 cup diced sweet onion
1 garlic clove minced
2 eggs
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper

Meatloaf Sauce

1 cup ketchup
1 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon dijon mustard

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350˚F.
In a medim bowl, combine the ground beef, sausage, onion, garlic egg, bread crumbs, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper until well blended. Do not over mix.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar and mustard.
Arrange the meatloaf in a 9x13 inch baking dish coated with cooking spray and form into a loaf approximately 9 inches by 5 inches.
Spoon half the glaze over the meatloaf to coat brushing the entire surface to cover.
Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 hours or until an instant read thermometer reads 160˚F.
Cool for 15-20 minutes.
Slice and serve.

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Notes

Amp up the flavor by adding some homemade Meatloaf Seasoning!

Use a panade which is made by soaking breadcrumbs in milk.
Mix just until combined, don’t overmix which will result in dense meatloaf.
Free-form on a rimmed baking sheet or baking dish for airflow and a crust.
Rest 10–15 min for firm slices.

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