Fantastic Meatloaf

Meet your new favorite comfort food: Fantastic Meatloaf! This hearty, flavor-packed recipe combines the perfect blend of 80/20 ground beef, breadcrumbs soaked in creamy whole milk, and aromatic seasonings like garlic, parsley, and thyme for a tender, juicy loaf every time. A rich, tangy glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar caramelizes to perfection as it bakes, creating an irresistible sweet-savory topping. Ready in just over an hour with only 15 minutes of prep, this easy-to-make dinner is a crowd-pleaser that's ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family meals. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or lightly steamed veggies for a complete, comforting dish that everyone will crave.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.

Step 3

Add the ground beef, eggs, diced onion, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried parsley, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture to a greased or parchment-lined loaf pan. Press it down evenly to form a loaf shape.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the glaze by mixing ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 6

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.

Step 7

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 8

Cut into slices and serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1616.3 grams (1616.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3264

Total Fat 204.10g	262%
Saturated Fat 78.80g	394%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1029mg	343%
Sodium 6093mg	265%
Total Carbohydrate 171.00g	62%
Dietary Fiber 7.20g	26%
Total Sugars 73.00g
Protein 187.20g	374%

Vitamin D 192IU	960%
Calcium 507mg	39%
Iron 27mg	149%
Potassium 3115mg	66%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.2%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 20.9%