Description
This tender meatloaf is a customizable one-pan American classic with a glossy, caramelized glaze. Using 8 ingredients and gentle folding techniques, it delivers a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for weeknights or festive meals.
Ingredients
Ground beef
1 large egg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup ketchup
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp mustard
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and diced bell pepper. Gently fold mixture without overmixing
Transfer mixture to a loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a foil-lined baking sheet
In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to create the glaze
Spread glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf
Bake for 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 160°F
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing
Notes
For gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs
Substitute Italian seasoning with fresh parsley if preferred
Use beef broth instead of milk in the bind mixture for deeper flavor
Insert meat thermometer for precise doneness
Leftovers freeze well for up to 3 months
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg