Easy Meatloaf Recipe

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 2 pounds ground beef (see note)
• 2 large eggs
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Pepper (to taste)
• 1/4 cup (packed) fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (see note)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375F and move the rack to the middle position.

2. 2

   Prep your ingredients, then add the panko and milk to a large bowl, stir it together, and let it sit for a few minutes. Add the rest of the meatloaf ingredients to the bowl and mix it with your hands (don't overwork it or the meatloaf will be tough).

3. 3

   Transfer the meat mixture to a parchment lined 9x5 loaf pan (ensure some of the paper hangs over the edges so you can easily lift the meatloaf out when it's done). Press it in gently and form the top into a loaf shape, but don't worry about being too fussy about this. Try not to over-handle it.

4. 4

   Bake for 40 minutes. I recommend placing the loaf pan on a baking sheet to catch any drips.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, add the glaze ingredients to a small bowl and stir together until combined.

6. 6

   Take the meatloaf out of the oven and spoon the glaze over top. Return it to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes or until the meatloaf is 155F in the middle.

7. 7

   Important: Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes. It will finish cooking as it rests (it's safe at 160F), and resting it will ensure it slices more easily and remains juicy. Lift the meatloaf out of the loaf pan, transfer it to a plate, and gently slice it.