Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef (80-85% lean)
1 medium finely chopped onion (about 1 cup)
1 teaspoon oil
3 minced garlic cloves
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
3/4 cup Panko or gluten-free breadcrumbs
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or to taste)
1 teaspoon salt
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-First, preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
2-Next, in a pan, sautรฉ the onion in 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until softened and golden, then let it cool. This step enhances the flavor and prevents a raw onion taste in your meatloaf.
3-In a large bowl, mix all meatloaf ingredients gently by hand until just combined to avoid overmixing, which keeps the meatloaf tender. Shape the mixture into an 8-inch long, 4-inch wide, and 3-inch tall loaf on the baking sheet.
4-Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, then prepare the sauce by combining 3/4 cup ketchup, 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder in a bowl.
5-Spread the sauce evenly over the meatloaf and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160ยฐF (71ยฐC). Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to redistribute juices, resulting in about 338 calories, 17 grams of carbohydrates, 24 grams of protein, and 19 grams of fat per serving.
Last Step:
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๐ก๏ธ Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness – 160ยฐF guarantees safe and juicy meatloaf every time
๐ฅ Don’t skip the milk and breadcrumbs – they keep the meatloaf moist and prevent it from becoming dense
๐ช Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to allow juices to redistribute, keeping each slice tender and flavorful
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 338
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 680
- Fat: 19
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 17
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 24
- Cholesterol: 95
