traditional meatloaf

This easy Meatloaf recipe is flavorful and moist, made with basic pantry ingredients and baked with the most delicious meatloaf sauce on top.

Meatloaf

beef

eggs

Tablespoons ketchup

Worcestershire sauce

dijon mustard

garlic garlic

salt

black pepper

sage

sweet onion (, diced)

breadcrumbs (,

ketchup

Tablespoons light brown sugar

nutmeg

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a standard size loaf pan with cooking spray.

Add all of the meatloaf ingredients to a large bowl and gently mix everything to combine (without over-working the meat). Add the meat mixture to a loaf pan and gently pat into an even layer.

Bake for about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, make the meatloaf sauce by combining all ingredients in a bowl.

Remove meatloaf from oven and spread sauce on top. Return to oven for 10-20 minutes or until cooked through (160 degrees F).

Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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This easy Meatloaf recipe is made with simple ingredients including ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs and spices, with a delicious meatloaf sauce baked on top.

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This easy meatloaf recipe is juicy, flavorful, and topped with a caramelized shiny glaze.

Traditional Homemade Meatloaf

bread crumbs

milk (or water plus more if needed)

olive oil (or butter)

onion

baking soda

water

ground beef (80-85% lean)

Bell's Seasoning* (optional)

parsley (chopped)

black pepper (to taste)

brown sugar

soy sauce

Preheat oven to 350°F

In a small mixing bowl stir together bread crumbs and milk until they are fully moistened. Allow to soak while sautéing the onion.

Sauté the onions in oil or butter until soft.  Set aside to cool.

In a small mixing bowl mix ½ teaspoon baking soda with a tablespoon of water to form a slurry.

Add the beef to a large bowl and pour over the baking soda mixture before adding the moistened breadcrumbs, eggs, cooled onions, parsley, ketchup, Bell&#39;s Seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands until everything is just combined (trying not to over-mix).

Transfer the meat mixture to a roasting pan lined with nonstick foil (or parchment paper) Form into a loaf shape pressing with your hands.

In a smaller bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the glaze. Spread evenly over the top.

Bake the meatloaf for 55 minutes or until it has an internal temperature of 160°F.

Allow to rest 10 minutes (lightly tented with foil to keep it hot) before serving.

This was delicious. we enjoyed it . Wouldn't let me choose 5 stars .

This was a really good meatloaf recipe. I didn't have Bell's Seasoning so I subbed other seasonings. I'll make it again after I get some Bell's. But the taste &amp; texture were good. I was specifically looking for a recipe for a moist meatloaf and this was fairly moist!

(Just a note on your instructions...you didn't include the breadcrumbs in the mixture! It would have been easy for me to forget to put them in! 😉)

This was the very best meatloaf I ever made--so flavorful and tender!  The spice combination is unique and delicious, and the addition of extra liquids and baking soda (and not overworking the mixture) evidently make all the difference in the meatloaf's texture.  A thousand thanks for sharing your expertise!!

I am making this tonight for the second time in a week, it went down so well, it’s not something we’ve tried before so I’m glad I found your website! Love it :-)

Best meatloaf I have ever made! The bells made such a difference!

This is a great recipe. It's a real crowd pleaser. I have since been asked for this recipe from my mom, sister, and even my grandmother. It's that good!

Discover the ultimate traditional meatloaf recipe! Juicy, flavorful, and easy, this meatloaf is perfect for whenever the comfort food cravings hit.

Traditional Meatloaf

lb beef (at least 80%)

eggs,

Progresso™ Plain Bread Crumbs

Italian seasoning

milk

Ground beef doesn’t hold its shape all on its own. For this meatloaf recipe, it’s the mixture of eggs, milk and bread crumbs that binds it together. This works because the bread crumbs soak up any excess moisture and hold onto it. This not only keeps the meatloaf juicy, but also, with the egg, acts like a glue to hold the ground meat together.&nbsp;

How can I keep meatloaf from falling apart?

With ground beef, fat means flavor. This traditional meatloaf recipe calls for 80% lean ground beef. That’s because leaner varieties of ground beef have much less fat, which can contribute to the meat drying out a bit faster. Choosing ground beef with a higher fat content ensures that the meat will stay moist and plump throughout baking, for juicy, delicious meatloaf.&nbsp;

How to prevent dry meatloaf?

You can make and assemble the meatloaf up to 5 hours in advance. Just keep it covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Can this meatloaf be made in advance?

In large bowl, using a spoon or your clean hands, mix the beef, onion, eggs, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, 1/2 cup ketchup and milk until well combined.

Press the beef mixture in ungreased 8x4-inch loaf pan. Bake 40 minutes.

Remove from oven. Spread 1/4 cup ketchup evenly over top. Bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaf reads 160°F.

Let the meatloaf stand 10 minutes.&nbsp;

Loosen the edges with a knife or spatula, and carefully invert the pan over a serving plate, tapping the bottom of the pan to release the meatloaf; if necessary, use two spatulas to lift it out of the pan. Gently slice with a serrated knife and place it onto your serving plate.

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Meatloaf is a true dinnertime classic and can still be found in kitchens all across America. And while food trends, diets and tastes have changed over the years, there’s just something comforting about an incredibly delicious homemade meatloaf. With ground beef, finely chopped onions, eggs, bread crumbs, seasonings, and of course, ketchup, this hearty Home-Style Meatloaf is cozy comfort food that will never go out of style. Short on time? Try this easy time-saving trick: prepare and shape your meatloaf up to five hours ahead of time so that it’s ready to be baked in the oven for dinner. Reheat any leftover slices in the microwave for a couple of minutes and you’ll be able enjoy meatloaf for tomorrow’s lunch or dinner.

How to Make Home-Style Meatloaf Video

This classic homemade meatloaf is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor—made with pantry staples and topped with a simple zesty glaze that caramelizes as it bakes. It’s the go-to comfort meal for busy weeknights or a cozy Sunday dinner.

Homemade Meatloaf Recipe

eggs (lightly beaten)

beef ((I like to use about 90/10))

salt (or

black pepper (or

garlic powder

parsley ((or 2 teaspoons dried parsley))

chili sauce

panko crumbs

brown sugar (optional)

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking pan with aluminum foil and lightly spray with cooking spray.

In a large bowl, lightly beat eggs.

Add ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, parsley, chili sauce, panko crumbs, and onion (or onion powder) to the bowl.

Mix until just combined. I do this by hand. Do not overwork or overmix or the meatloaf will be tough.

Form a 8"x4" oblong loaf on the prepared baking pan and bake for 30 minutes.

While the meatloaf is cooking, combine the chili sauce and ketchup (and brown sugar if using) to make meatloaf sauce. Spread mixture over the meatloaf and bake for an additional 25 – 40 minutes or until cooked through and the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F. Broil for 1-2 minutes if desired.

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