Best Meatloaf Recipe

Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment or grease a loaf pan.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and 1/4 cup ketchup until just combined.
3. 3
   Shape the mixture into a loaf on the baking sheet or press gently into loaf pan.
4. 4
   Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.
5. 5
   While baking, mix together 1/4 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard for the glaze.
6. 6
   After 40 minutes, brush the glaze generously over the meatloaf.
7. 7
   Return to oven and bake an additional 15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
8. 8
   Cool for 10 minutes, slice, and serve garnished with parsley if desired.