Mmmm Mmmm Meatloaf

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with "Mmmm Mmmm Meatloaf," a savory and satisfying dish that's a perfect blend of tradition and flavor. Made with 85% lean ground beef, breadcrumbs soaked in creamy whole milk, and a medley of seasonings like garlic, parsley, and paprika, this meatloaf is moist, tender, and bursting with classic homestyle goodness. The tangy-sweet glaze—crafted from ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar—creates an irresistible caramelized topping. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to perfection in an hour, this hearty recipe serves up to eight, making it ideal for family dinners or meal preps. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp side salad for a timeless feast that'll have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect keywords: comfort food, classic meatloaf, easy dinner recipe, ground beef meatloaf.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef (85% lean)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 cup ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and 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 breadcrumbs and milk. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the liquid and soften.

Step 3

Add the ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the bowl. Use clean hands or a large spoon to mix everything until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to avoid a dense meatloaf.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it gently to form an even, compact loaf.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the glaze by mixing the ketchup (for glaze), brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar until smooth. 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 of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 7

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

Step 8

Slice and serve warm, paired with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1517.1 grams (1517.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2649

Total Fat 154.20g	198%
Saturated Fat 61.70g	309%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 844mg	281%
Sodium 7454mg	324%
Total Carbohydrate 167.10g	61%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 71.20g
Protein 180.60g	361%

Vitamin D 164IU	818%
Calcium 411mg	32%
Iron 27mg	148%
Potassium 3087mg	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: 49.9%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 24.1%