Ingredients
– 2 lbs (about 900 g) ground beef, 80% or 85% lean (can substitute half with ground turkey, pork, or Italian sausage)
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 2 large eggs
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 2 tablespoons ketchup
– 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
– 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs
– 1/3 cup milk
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or to taste)
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 3/4 cup ketchup
– 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
1-Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
2-Sauté onions: Sauté chopped onions in 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until softened and golden. Set aside to cool.
3-Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onions, salt, eggs, minced garlic, ketchup, parsley, breadcrumbs, milk, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Mix until just combined to keep meatloaf tender.
4-Shape loaf: Shape mixture into a loaf approximately 8 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 3 inches tall on the prepared baking sheet.
5-Bake initially: Bake uncovered for 40 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
6-Prepare glaze: Prepare the glaze by mixing ketchup, white vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
7-Glaze and bake further: Spread the glaze evenly over the meatloaf and bake an additional 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). For turkey or chicken, cook to 165°F (74°C).
8-Rest meatloaf: Let meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to redistribute juices and improve moisture.
Last Step:
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🍳 Avoid overmixing the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf moist.
🧅 Sautéing onions first reduces their harshness and improves texture.
🔥 Baking free-form on a sheet pan creates crispy edges and prevents sogginess.
⏲️ Resting the meatloaf before slicing helps juices redistribute and eases slicing.
🥘 For loaf pan baking, line with parchment, bake at 375°F, and do not press meat too firmly.
🍯 Apply glaze after initial baking to avoid burning and help it stick well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free option available (use gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 338
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 667mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 119mg