Easy Meatloaf Recipe With The Best Glaze Recipe
This easy meatloaf recipe with the best glaze is a comforting and flavorful dish that's perfect for family dinners. Made with simple ingredients, it’s moist, tender, and topped with a tangy-sweet glaze that takes it to the next level. Serve it with mashed potatoes or a fresh salad for a complete meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Glaze:
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan or on the baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the glaze ingredients: ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Spread half of the glaze evenly over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, then spread the remaining glaze over the meatloaf. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaf is cooked to the proper internal temperature.
- Ground turkey can be substituted for a lighter option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of meatloaf)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg