Mcdonald Family Meatloaf

Introducing the McDonald Family Meatloaf, a classic comfort food recipe that combines hearty flavors with a tender, juicy texture. Made with a flavorful blend of 80/20 ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a medley of seasonings like garlic, paprika, and dried parsley, this meatloaf is elevated with a tangy-sweet glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this family-approved dish offers nostalgia and warmth, making it an ideal centerpiece for weeknight dinners or Sunday gatherings. Ready in just over an hour, this savory classic pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes and crisp steamed vegetables for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 1 tsp Dried parsley
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.25 cup Ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, dried parsley, and paprika. Use your hands or a large spoon to mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it evenly into the pan while ensuring there are no air pockets.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the additional ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to create the glaze.

Step 5

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf, ensuring it is fully covered.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before carefully removing it from the loaf pan and slicing it into portions.

Step 8

Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1577.1 grams (1577.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3239

Total Fat 202.90g	260%
Saturated Fat 78.10g	391%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1025mg	342%
Sodium 6093mg	265%
Total Carbohydrate 167.80g	61%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 71.50g
Protein 187.00g	374%

Vitamin D 192IU	960%
Calcium 500mg	38%
Iron 27mg	149%
Potassium 3085mg	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: 56.3%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 20.7%