{"id":1108,"date":"2025-08-02T01:41:23","date_gmt":"2025-08-02T01:41:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/?p=1108"},"modified":"2025-08-02T01:41:23","modified_gmt":"2025-08-02T01:41:23","slug":"classic-meatloaf-moist-savory-and-glazed-to-perfection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/?p=1108","title":{"rendered":"Classic Meatloaf\u2014Moist, Savory, and Glazed to Perfection"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Classic meatloaf is the kind of comforting main dish that never goes out of style. It\u2019s hearty, savory, and packed with flavor, featuring a juicy interior and a caramelized ketchup glaze that brings everything together. This recipe is the perfect balance of tender beef, breadcrumbs, seasoning, and that nostalgic sweet-tangy topping that crisps up beautifully in the oven. Whether you\u2019re serving it with mashed potatoes, green beans, or tucked between two slices of bread for leftovers, this meatloaf delivers all the homestyle goodness you\u2019re craving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why This Classic Meatloaf Recipe Always Hits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s easy, affordable, and made with pantry staples. The blend of ground beef, onions, garlic, and Worcestershire creates a flavor-packed loaf that stays moist without falling apart. The glaze adds just enough sweetness and zing to make each bite addictively good. It\u2019s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, and it reheats like a dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the Meatloaf<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 2 lbs ground beef (80\/20)
\u2022 1 cup breadcrumbs
\u2022 \u00bd cup milk
\u2022 2 eggs
\u2022 1 small onion, finely chopped
\u2022 3 cloves garlic, minced
\u2022 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
\u2022 2 tsp salt
\u2022 1 tsp black pepper
\u2022 1 tsp dried parsley
\u2022 \u00bd tsp paprika<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the Glaze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 \u00bd cup ketchup
\u2022 2 tbsp brown sugar
\u2022 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
\u2022 1 tsp apple cider vinegar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. In a large bowl, combine milk and breadcrumbs. Let sit for 5 minutes to soak.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Add ground beef, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, parsley, and paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined\u2014do not overmix.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and vinegar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Spread half of the glaze over the meatloaf before baking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove and spread the remaining glaze over the top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Return to oven and bake for an additional 15\u201320 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160\u00b0F.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to lock in the juices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Tips for the Best Meatloaf<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Soak the breadcrumbs in milk for moisture and tenderness. Mix just until everything is combined\u2014overmixing makes the loaf dense. Shape the loaf by hand instead of using a pan for better caramelization around the edges. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overbaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Add \u00bc cup grated Parmesan for extra flavor. Swap ketchup glaze for BBQ sauce. Mix in diced bell pepper or shredded carrot for added texture. Use ground turkey or a beef-pork mix for a twist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Store leftover meatloaf in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave. Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Classic meatloaf is the dinner table hero\u2014filling, flavorful, and endlessly satisfying. It\u2019s everything you want from a comfort food dish, and this recipe hits every note from moist interior to sticky-sweet glaze. Whether it\u2019s your first time making meatloaf or your hundredth, this version always delivers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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