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Easy homemade meatloaf recipe for family dinners
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Easy Homemade Meatloaf Recipe for Family Dinners

This easy homemade meatloaf recipe is juicy, flavorful, and perfect for family dinners. Made with simple pantry ingredients and topped with a sweet and tangy glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Meatloaf
  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • For the Glaze
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Method
 

  1. Step 1
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. Step 2
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, eggs, milk, garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Step 3
  6. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
  7. Step 4
  8. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in a loaf pan.
  9. Step 5
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to make the glaze.
  11. Step 6
  12. Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  13. Step 7
  14. Bake for 40 minutes.
  15. Step 8
  16. Remove from the oven and spread the remaining glaze over the top.
  17. Step 9
  18. Return to the oven and bake for another 15–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  19. Step 10
  20. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use ground beef with some fat content for a juicier result.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to retain moisture.
  • A meat thermometer helps prevent overcooking.
  • Finely chopped vegetables can be added for extra nutrition.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezing

Wrap individual slices or the entire loaf tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.