Classic Homemade Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze Recipe
This Classic Homemade Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze combines ground beef and aromatic ingredients into a flavorful loaf topped with a tangy ketchup glaze, perfect for a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Ingredients
- 1½ lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¾ cup ketchup divided
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a loaf pan for even baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl combine ground beef breadcrumbs eggs milk onion garlic Worcestershire sauce salt pepper parsley and ½ cup ketchup then gently mix until just combined to avoid dense texture.
- Shape Meatloaf: Press mixture evenly into the prepared loaf pan without packing too tightly.
- Apply Glaze: Spread remaining ketchup evenly over the top to create a glossy glaze.
- Bake: Bake for 55 to 65 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F and glaze is slightly caramelized.
- Rest: Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain juices and structure.
Notes
- Gently mix ingredients to avoid a dense texture.
- Do not pack the meat mixture too tightly in the pan.
- Letting meatloaf rest helps retain juices and maintain structure.
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