The Best Meatloaf Recipe (So Easy)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef, 85% or 90% lean
• 1 med onion, finely chopped
• 2 large eggs
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 Tbsp ketchup
• 3 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground paprika
• 3/4 cup ketchup
• 1 1/2 tsp white vinegar
• 2 1/2 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder

Instructions

1. 1

   Line a 9x5" loaf pan with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the meatloaf. Mix until well incorporated, but don't overwork the meat.

3. 3

   Transfer the meat mixture to the loaf pan and gently press the meat to make it even.

4. 4

   Bake the meatloaf in the oven for 40 minutes, uncovered.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix the sauce ingredients together.

6. 6

   Spread the sauce over the meatloaf and add the meatloaf back into the oven for 15-20 minutes.

7. 7

   Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing into it. Top the meatloaf with the juices from the pan.

8. 8

   Serve, and enjoy!