Oh Meatballs Oh Meatloaf

Get ready to double down on comfort food deliciousness with "Oh Meatballs Oh Meatloaf," a crowd-pleasing recipe that combines two hearty classics in one! Featuring a flavorful mix of ground beef and pork, this dish offers the best of both worlds by crafting a tender, juicy meatloaf alongside perfectly seasoned, bite-sized meatballs. Infused with garlic, onion, and Italian herbs and topped with a glossy ketchup-brown sugar glaze, every bite is packed with savory-sweet perfection. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe takes just an hour to prepare and delivers six satisfying servings. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or your favorite dipping sauce for a winning meal that hits all the right notes. And don’t forget the finishing touch—a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs ground beef
• 0.5 lbs ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 large egg
• 1 small, finely diced yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped, plus more for garnish parsley
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the milk and breadcrumbs. Let sit for 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk.

Step 3

To the breadcrumb mixture, add the ground beef, ground pork, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix gently until just combined—avoid overmixing.

Step 4

Divide the mixture in half. Shape one half into a loaf and place it in the prepared loaf pan. Shape the remaining half into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup and brown sugar to make a glaze. Spoon half of the glaze over the meatloaf and brush lightly to coat.

Step 6

Bake the meatloaf and meatballs in the preheated oven. Remove the meatballs after 20-25 minutes, or when they are browned and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Continue cooking the meatloaf for another 15 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

While the meat is baking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Toss the cooked meatballs gently in the skillet to brown them if desired and keep them warm.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve the meatloaf and meatballs together, garnished with additional parsley. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a tangy dipping sauce for the meatballs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1526 grams (1526.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3340

Total Fat 219.60g	282%
Saturated Fat 76.80g	384%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.70g
Cholesterol 1106mg	369%
Sodium 6807mg	296%
Total Carbohydrate 149.40g	54%
Dietary Fiber 6.10g	22%
Total Sugars 57.00g
Protein 206.80g	414%

Vitamin D 161IU	806%
Calcium 473mg	36%
Iron 22mg	124%
Potassium 2304mg	49%

*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: 58.1%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 17.6%