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5 Star Meatloaf

A delicious and moist meatloaf recipe that is sure to impress your family and friends with its rich flavor and perfect texture.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Base
  • 1 lb ground beef preferably 80/20 for moisture
  • 1 cup bread crumbs can use panko for extra crunch
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp ketchup plus extra for topping
  • 1 tbsp parsley fresh, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Topping
  • 1/4 cup ketchup for glaze
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar for sweetness
  • 1 tsp mustard yellow or Dijon

Method
 

Prepare the Meatloaf
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
  4. Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
Add the Topping
  1. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
  2. Spread the topping mixture evenly over the meatloaf.
Bake the Meatloaf
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  2. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans for a classic meal.

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