Easy Homestyle Comfort Meatloaf
This easy homestyle meatloaf recipe delivers maximum comfort with minimal effort, featuring a savory beef mixture and a tangy-sweet glaze. Perfect for a hearty family dinner.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Standard loaf pans
- Instant-read thermometer
- Whisk
- Small bowl
- Foil
Ingredients
Meatloaf Mixture
- 2 lbs Ground Beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 2 Eggs large
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
- 1 Onion medium, finely diced
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/2 cup Ketchup (divided for mixture and glaze)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce (divided for mixture and glaze)
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard (divided for mixture and glaze)
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
Glaze
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two standard loaf pans or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
- Stir in diced onion, minced garlic, and breadcrumbs, letting the mixture sit for 5 minutes.
Mixing & Baking
- Add ground beef, salt, and pepper to the bowl; gently mix by hand until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Divide the mixture evenly between the prepared loaf pans and gently press to form loaves.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- While baking, whisk together remaining ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, remaining Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard for the glaze.
Glazing & Resting
- After 40 minutes, remove meatloaves, spread glaze evenly over each, and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from oven, tent with foil, and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to ensure a moist and flavorful result.
Notes
For best results, do not overmix the meatloaf mixture to keep it tender. Letting the meatloaf rest after baking is crucial for juicy slices.