{"id":"ab4892de-0892-4d46-8662-44f7afc84e43","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/ab4892de-0892-4d46-8662-44f7afc84e43","source_url":"https://natashaskitchen.com/meatloaf-recipe/","title":"Meatloaf Recipe","description":"This classic meatloaf recipe with a sweet and tangy glaze is easy to make and goes perfectly with my creamy mashed potatoes and roasted broccoli for a dinner everyone will love.","servings":8,"servings_text":"8","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT65M","total_time":"PT80M","image_url":"https://natashaskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Best-Meatloaf-Recipe-2.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 lbs ground beef (85% or 80% lean*)","item":"ground beef","quantity":2,"unit":"lb","preparation":"85% or 80% lean*"},{"text":"1  med onion ((1 cup), finely chopped)","item":"med onion ((1 cup)","quantity":1,"preparation":"finely chopped)"},{"text":"1 tsp olive oil","item":"olive oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2  large eggs","item":"large eggs","quantity":2},{"text":"3  garlic cloves (minced)","item":"garlic cloves","quantity":3,"preparation":"minced"},{"text":"2 Tbsp ketchup","item":"ketchup","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"3 Tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)","item":"fresh parsley","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free bread crumbs)","item":"Panko breadcrumbs","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or gluten-free bread crumbs"},{"text":"1/3 cup milk","item":"milk","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tsp salt (or to taste)","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"or to taste"},{"text":"1 tsp Italian seasoning","item":"Italian seasoning","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp ground black pepper","item":"ground black pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"3/4 cup ketchup","item":"ketchup","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 ½ tsp white vinegar","item":"white vinegar","quantity":1.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 Tbsp brown sugar","item":"brown sugar","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp onion powder","item":"onion powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Prep - Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup, and preheat oven to 350°F."},{"number":2,"text":"Sautee Onions - Set a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tsp oil and chopped onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool."},{"number":3,"text":"Make the Meatloaf Mixture - In a large bowl, add all of the meatloaf ingredients and the cooled onions and mix just until well combined (your hands are your best tool for mixing - put on disposable gloves if you want to)."},{"number":4,"text":"Shape Meatloaf and Bake - Add meat to the pan and shape it into a meatloaf about 8 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 3 inches tall. Bake uncovered at 350˚F for 40 minutes."},{"number":5,"text":"Make the Sauce - In a small bowl, add the sauce ingredients and stir to combine."},{"number":6,"text":"Add the Glaze - Spread the sauce over the Meatloaf, then return to the oven and bake an additional 20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 160˚F on an instant-read thermometer. Rest the meatloaf for 10-15 minutes before serving and it will be much easier to slice."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:16.947758+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:16.947758+00:00"}