The Best Meatloaf Recipe

Ingredients

Scaled for your household (8 portions) · original serves 8

• Brown onion½
• Butter1 tsp
• Eggs2
• Milk⅔ cup
• Italian Bread Crumbs⅔ cup
• Beef mince2 lb
• Ketchup1 tbsp + ½ cup
  Original recipe breakdown · used in multiple steps

  • 1 tablespoon ketchup (or chili sauce)
  • ½ cup ketchup
• Italian Seasoning1 tsp
• Flat-leaf parsley2 tbsp
• Kosher Salt1 tsp
• Black Pepper½ tsp
• Chili Sauce½ cup
• Brown sugar (optional)2 tbsp

Method

1. 1

   Set the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking pan with aluminum foil; then spray with cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a small pan, cook onions in butter over medium low heat until softened. Let them cool completely.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, mix together eggs, milk,; then breadcrumbs. Let the mixture sit for about 5-10 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the ground beef, cooked onions, 1 Tablespoon ketchup or chili sauce, Italian seasoning, parsley,; then salt & pepper to the bowl. Mix until just combined.

5. 5

   Form 1 8"x4" loaf on the prepared baking pan and bake for about 40 minutes.

6. 6

   While the meatloaf is cooking, mix together the chili sauce; then ketchup (and brown sugar if using) to make Meatloaf Sauce. Spread mixture over the meatloaf and bake for an additional 15 - 30 minutes or until fully cooked and the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F*. Broil for about 1-2 minutes if desired.

7. 7

   Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.