Indiana Style Meatloaf

A comforting classic with a Midwest twist, Indiana Style Meatloaf is a hearty and flavorful recipe perfect for family dinners. This recipe combines ground beef and pork with milk-soaked breadcrumbs for a moist and tender texture, while finely diced onions, garlic, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce enhance the savory depth. Topped with a rich glaze of ketchup and brown sugar, this meatloaf bakes to perfection in just under an hour. With minimal prep time and customizable touches like paprika or parsley, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dish that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes and green beans. Whether you’re seeking nostalgic comfort food or an updated take on a classic, this Indiana-inspired meatloaf is sure to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional)
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork. Set this aside.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and milk together. Let them sit for a few minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk.

Step 4

Add the soaked breadcrumbs to the meat mixture, followed by the diced onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Mix everything together gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and press it down gently to form an even loaf shape.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup and brown sugar to create the glaze. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1320.6 grams (1320.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2560

Total Fat 147.00g	188%
Saturated Fat 54.30g	272%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 716mg	239%
Sodium 5923mg	258%
Total Carbohydrate 159.10g	58%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 61.90g
Protein 154.90g	310%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 451mg	35%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 1979mg	42%

*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: 51.3%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 24.7%