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Classic Meatloaf Recipe

This Classic Meatloaf Recipe is hearty, moist, and full of bold flavor. Made with a blend of ground beef (or beef and pork), breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings, it's topped with a tangy ketchup glaze for the perfect weeknight dinner. Simple, nostalgic, and always satisfying!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds 80%-90% ground beef or mix of 1 lb pork + 1 lb beef
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ⅓ cup beef broth or milk
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 2 –3 Tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons ketchup
  • 1¼ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a loaf pan or baking sheet with foil and spray lightly.
  3. In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, broth, eggs, parsley.
  4. Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until just combined.
  5. Shape into a loaf in the pan or on the sheet.
  6. Mix ketchup (or BBQ sauce) and brown sugar, then spread it over the loaf.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/classic-meatloaf-recipe/

Notes

• Don’t overmix the meat mixture — this helps keep the meatloaf tender.
• Resting after baking allows juices to redistribute for cleaner slices.
• Use a meat thermometer for best doneness.