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Moist Meatloaf Recipe

Moist Meatloaf Recipe: Your New Family Dinner Favorite

This Moist Meatloaf Recipe is a nostalgic dish with a perfect blend of spices, promising a delicious family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing onions
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) Or ground turkey for leaner option
  • 1 cup Bread Crumbs Regular or panko
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Or almond milk for lactose-free
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust as needed
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Half for meatloaf and half for glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Optional for gluten sensitivity
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, or use dried
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar For glazing
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Essential for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Or honey for sweetness

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • aluminum foil
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil and sauté the diced onion for about 10 minutes until browned.
  3. Combine sautéed onions, ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, milk, seasonings, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and parsley in a bowl.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the baking sheet and shape it into a loaf.
  5. Mix remaining ketchup and brown sugar for the glaze, then spread it over the meatloaf.
  6. Bake covered for 45 minutes to 1 hour, removing foil in the last 10-15 minutes.
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, test seasoning before cooking, mix gently, and allow resting after baking for optimal moisture and flavor.

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