Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef (85% or 80% lean)
- 1 medium onion (1 cup), finely chopped
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 3 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free bread crumbs)
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Meatloaf Sauce:
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 1/2 tsp white vinegar
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Prep – Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup, and preheat oven to 350°F.
- Saute Onions – In a medium skillet over medium heat, add 1 tsp oil and chopped onion. Sauté until softened and golden, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
- Make the Meatloaf Mixture – In a large bowl, add all of the meatloaf ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Shape and Bake – Shape meat into a loaf about 8x4x3 inches. Bake uncovered at 350˚F for 40 minutes.
- Make the Sauce – Stir together ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Add the Glaze – Spread sauce over the meatloaf. Return to oven and bake an additional 20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160˚F. Rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- You can replace half the beef with ground turkey, chicken, pork, or Italian sausage (poultry must reach 165ËšF).
- Do not overmix the meat—this keeps the loaf tender.
- To bake in a loaf pan, line with parchment, press meat mixture inside, and bake at 375ËšF.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American