Meatloaf Recipe with the Best Glaze
Amazing homemade Meatloaf Recipe. The meatloaf is so tender and juicy on the inside with a sweet and tangy glaze that adds so much flavor to the meatloaf. Serve the easy meatloaf with mashed potatoes and a side of asparagus.
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Meatloaf Recipe:
Ground beef mixed with onion, Panko breadcrumbs, fresh parsley and seasonings produces an irresistibly tender and juicy meatloaf. The sweet and tangy glaze adds amazing flavor to this classic meatloaf.
Tips on How to Make the BEST Meatloaf:
- DO NOT OVERMIX which can result in a tough/dense meatloaf
- Line your loaf pan with parchment paper with edges hanging over the pan for easier removal of meatloaf.
- Keep the juices from the pan and pour over the sliced meatloaf before serving.
- Chop the onion finely, allowing it to cook through (or sautee onion before adding)
- Gently press meat into the pan so it holds its shape.
- Rest meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing
What is the Best Meat for Meatloaf?
You want to use ground beef that is 85% or 90% lean meat. Do not worry about using lean meat – the rest of the ingredients will keep your meatloaf moist and juicy. Avoid super lean meats.
Meatloaf Sauce:
This meatloaf sauce is incredible as a glaze for the meatloaf with the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Ketchup combined with brown sugar, garlic and onion powder, salt, pepper and vinegar creates an irresistible sauce. Once baked, the glaze caramelizes and is SO GOOD!
Can I bake Meatloaf on a baking sheet?
For crispier edges, bake meatloaf on a baking sheet. Out of foil, create a self-made pan with edges to keep the drippings from the meatloaf as it’s baked. Shape meatloaf and place into the foil. Continue with baking instructions. NOTE: Baking time may slightly vary, depending on the shape and thickness of the meatloaf.
How long to cook Meatloaf?
Cook the meatloaf uncovered for 40 minutes at 375°F. Add the sauce, and bake an additional 15-20 minutes, or until internal temperature is 160°F. If using a smaller loaf pan than 9″x5″, increase cooking time.
Leftover Meatloaf?
If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, here are some leftover meatloaf ideas (and I’d love to hear your ideas in a comment below):
- Leftover Meatloaf Sandwiches
- Make Spaghetti Bolognese (just add meat to the sauce!)
- Beef Tacos – Break up the meat and put it in tacos
- Quick Beef Chili – just stir, simmer and enjoy!
Can you freeze Meatloaf?
Yes, meatloaf may be frozen before cooking. To freeze, prepare meatloaf per instructions. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and foil and freeze.
Defrost the raw meatloaf in the refrigerator covered. Continue with baking instructions.
More Easy Dinner Recipes to try:
- Turkey Chili is on the regular rotation at our house
- Chicken Parmesan – Better than eat out
- Chicken Stuffed Shells – The filling is amazing
- Chicken Fried Rice – A one-pan wonder
Meatloaf Recipe with the Best Glaze
Amazing homemade Meatloaf Recipe. The meatloaf is so tender and juicy on the inside with a sweet and tangy sauce that glazes the meatloaf and adds so much flavor!
Ingredients
Meatloaf Ingredients:
- 2 lbs ground beef 85% or 90% lean
- 1 med onion finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 3 Tbsp ketchup
- 3 Tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 ½ tsp salt or to taste
- 1 ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp ground paprika
Meatloaf Sauce Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 ½ tsp white vinegar
- 2 ½ Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
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Line a 9”x5” loaf pan with parchment paper and preheat oven to 375°F.
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In a large bowl, add all of the ingredients for the meatloaf. Mix well to combine.
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Add meat to the loaf pan, gently press meat down and shape evenly and bake meatloaf at 375˚F for 40 minutes.
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In a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients together for the sauce. Spread the sauce over meatloaf then return to oven and bake additional 15-20 minutes. Rest meatloaf 10 minutes before slicing. Drizzle with baking juices from the pan.
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This meatloaf was the best meatloaf I have ever tasted, I usually make a pretty good meatloaf but this beat mine hands down! I did use Italian breadcrumbs because I didn’t have panko. It was just perfect, moist and fabulous
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Kelly!
This is just how I have made meatloaf for years and everyone loves it. I do believe that you have to mix it pretty well for it to bind. Add a little mustard to the glaze and it’s extra good!
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Mary! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Just moved back to the states. This is the first meatloaf that I have made in 24 years. It was easy and delicious. A real keeper and I can’t wait to eat the leftovers.
Thanks!
I’m so happy you found a keeper, Carol! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
I didn’t like this recipe, the meatloaf didn’t have enough flavour for my liking & the Tom sauce was a waste of time. Tom chutney would have been better & maybe some powdered beef stock in the mince.
Hi, I just make this recipe , but, a vegetarian version of it. It came out wonderful, even my friends who are not vegetarian, loved it. This recipe is delicious. I followed your recipe exactly, save, for I used one chup of vegetarian sausage ( can get at Trader Joes or any large supermarket) and one 12 oz pkg of Sweet Earth Awesome Grounds ( I am sure beyond beef etc would work as well). Other than those two substitutions, I followed your recipe exactly. For any vegetarians who happen to stumble upon my review, take heed, this is a delicious recipe and will be a wonderful addition to your meals. And, your non vegetarian friends will enjoy it too.
Hello Kayte, that’s great info. Thank you for sharing that with us, I’m sure this is going to be beneficial for others too!
My favorite meal as a kid growing up in the 50’s was meatloaf and scalloped potatoes. Mom made it every year for my birthday. I have tried for years to duplicate it and never could so I just started trying recipes to find one I really liked, with little success.
I finally tried your recipe. It doesn’t taste at all like Mom’s but boy, that sweet and tangy glaze really made it pop!! I’m so glad to have found it. Thank you!!
Aww, that’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I’m all smiles
In the UK, we don’t eat meatloaf or know anything about it other than it’s an American thing. Today however, I decided to do something different with my minced lamb and used this recipe, mostly because I had all the ingredients to hand and it seemed simple enough to do with great reviews. I added finely chopped half a red pepper and ground my own breadcrumbs but otherwise followed the recipe and pow wow, what a pleasing result! It was far more flavoursome and delicious than I could have contemplated, I didn’t know meatloaf was so yummy until today! Why is meatloaf not a thing in the UK?! It should be as it’s so quick, tasty and packed with flavour and not at all dry. I served it with homemade creamy mash and a little side salad, my hubby and I loved it! Thank you for the wonderful recipe which I shall be making again and again!
Well, I sure hope it becomes a thing!! I’m so glad you have this a try, Leela! Thank you so much for sharing that wonderful feedback with me!
Used your meatloaf recipe to make hamburgers best hamburger I ever made
Oh that’s genius! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
My favorite meal is meat loaf ,potatoes au gratin and succotash wit lots of clarfied butter, and fresh cracked pepper
Everything sounds delicious!
Lemme tell yall something! If you using a different meatloaf recipe, you are playing yourself!! This is hands down the best meatloaf and glaze recipe on the internet and I’ve made it a million times. It’s literally perfectly juicy and tender and flipping flavorfulllll! I’m writing this review FINALLY as I’m awaiting my oven to ding. 🙂
Wow! Thank you for that thoughtful and amazing review Nalie! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
The glaze is phenomenal I can’t believe how good it is!! All-around awesome dish when you add some mashed potatoes and fresh corn! So fantastic
That’s fantastic feedback, Amanda. Thank you for sharing that with us!
Glaze meatloaf was wonderful! I made it for dinner tonight, he loved it. U can send me that recipe for sure
Was amazing! I added half of a green pepper inside as well. Came out perfect and juicy!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Damien!
Natasha, I have tried different meatloaf recipes and yours is the one that hit a home run. I printed it off and this will become my go to recipe. Thanks for sharing. It was delicious.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
best meat for meatloaf is blend of ground beef , ground pork – not sausage , and ground veal
This Recipe Says Nothing About Ground Veal or Sausage !.
The Recipe Calls For: (2 lbs ground beef 85% or 90% lean)
Perhaps Your Reading The Wrong Recipe !.
I believe it was just their opinion, not what the recipe said. Smh
Mickey I agree completely. I made mine with 1 lb ground pork and 1 lb lean ground beef. I always do this for meat loaf and it turned out fantastic! Great recipe!
I love this meatloaf. We enjoyed it so much that I used the same ingredients (minus the sauce) to make meatballs. They have a real nice flavor to them. Thanks
Yay, that is fantastic! Thank you for sharing that with us, Jacquie.
Natasha, I made your meatloaf recipe with he Best Glaze and followed the recipe exactly – HOWEVER – when I had set it aside to rest and I had used parchment paper to line the pan – lifting it out it came out in clumps!!! What did I do wrong?
Katie
Hi Katie, it sounds like liquid got under the parchment which can cause it to stick. I always like to run a thin spatula around the edges to make sure it will easilly lift.
The parchment paper completely covered the pan with excess overlapping pan so I don’t believe that was the issue.
I was wondering if there is anything I substitute for the milk?
Hi Roselle, water would be the next thing, but maybe start with slightly less.
Hi Natasha!
I have made this meatloaf recipe and it was delicious! I was wondering how to adjust the cooking time for a mini loaf pan? I have an 8-loaf pan and would like to fill my freezer with mini meat loaves.
I hope you can help me adjust the cooking time.
Cheers!
Hi Melissa, I haven’t tested that so you’ll have to experiment with baking times or maybe do a google search for meatloaf in your pan size to gauge timings.
Let me start out by saying that I don’t like meatloaf because I don’t really don’t like ground beef. I make it for my husband and friend because they do. I wanted to make it today for lunch and found your recipe.I’m alway trying different recipes hoping I’ll find one that I like. Well today was the day . Your recipe is so good. It is moist and has a wonderful flavor. It won me over. This is the one that I’ll make again and again. Thanks!!!!
I’m so glad this won you over, Susan! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Hi Natasha,
You think I can sub dried parsley instead of fresh?
Hi Alex, I think that would work fine although we love using fresh parsley.
Made this and my family raved over it. Thanks for the recipe.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review! That is the best when the family loves what we moms make. That’s so great!
This meatloaf recipe is delicious ~ and the glaze ~ need I say more. I typically have only made meatloaf a few times in my 42 years of marriage because my husband doesn’t care for it that much. But, since I have found your recipe, both my husband and son request it. I’ve doubled and tripled the batch and frozen it~ it always turns out perfect. By the way, I’m making a triple batch right now! Love it!!!
Sounds perfect! I’m happy to be reading your good comments and feedback, thank you for sharing that with us.
Love this. This recipe made my husband like meatloaf,lol. Thx!
That’s so great! I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe, Angie!
I have just tried this recipe, very impressed, thank you. In the past my meatloaf was dense and often heartburn followed. It deterred us from making meatloaf, but this recipe was amazing, everyone enjoyed it and the glaze was incredible, I used wine vinegar instead of white. This tops my best meatloaf yet, and one I will be making many more times.
Hello Greg, wow that is so great to hear! Thank you so much for sharing that with us, I’m glad you enjoyed this recipe. Good to now that the substitution that you used worked well too.
This meatloaf deserves 10 Stars my kids will not eat any other meatloaf I make but this they two helpings of it they loved it that much
Wow! That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Hello
I made this last night and it was EXCELENT. I ground chuck with my KitchenAid grinding attachment and added 3 strips of bacon as I ground the beef. I even had some for breakfast before anyone else woke up this morning! Thank you for another great recipe!
You’re welcome William. I’m so glad you enjoyed that!
I’ve made a lot of different types of meatloaf and I have to say, this is the best I have ever tasted. It was so juicy and the flavor was off the chart. I used lean chuck, and saute the onions till they were caramelized in butter, I used a 3# loaf which made two bread pan loafs. I lined each pan with foil.
Wow! That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Jan! I’m so happy you found a new favorite on my blog.
Probably a stupid question but I am going to ask anyway. I don’t usually do freezer meals so when I freeze the meatloaf can I place in one of the disposable loaf pans and then freeze it?
Hi Pam, you may cover it tightly with plastic wrap and foil and freeze it. You can check the comments section at the bottom of the recipe and my freezing instructions for more tips.
I’m not a good cook at all. But I tried this and was pleasantly surprised on how well it turned out and my family loved it also. The 1st loaf I’ve ever had that wasn’t all dried out. Even the next day leftovers was deliciously moist. Thanks for the recipe I will keep this one always.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
I never post reviews on recipes I make but this is by far the best meatloaf I’ve ever made. Halved the recipe and turned out fantastic. Bravo!
That is so perfect! I’m really happy to see your great comments and review, Jordan. Thank you!
I am making this for dinner tonight but I don’t have a 9×5 loaf pan. I have a 8×6×2in glass pan and a 6×9 glass pan. Should I use one of those or just do it in my muffin tin? 🤔
Hi Meagan, I think either of those could work but check for doneness with a thermometer. I haven’t tested this in a muffin tin, but that could be fun to make mini meatloaf
Wow! This meatloaf is the BEST I’ve tried by far. I followed the recipe to the letter. It was soooo juicy, easy to make and bottom line amazing! I went as far as cutting the meatloaf in chunks and mixing it with my mashed potatoes. Could eat it again tonight….thanks for the recipe!
Don’t you love it when recipes are easier to make than they look? I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
It is the most delicious meatloaf I’ve ever made. It is now our favorite. Thanks for sharing.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Bao! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome recipe Natasha! Super easy and super yummy. This was the first time I’ve ever cooked meatloaf and it was a hit with my sons. Thanks again!
That’s so great, Catherine! I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
The BEST MEATLOAF I HAVE EVER MADE!! EVER!! Cannot wait for the meatloaf sandwiches tomorrow!! Thank you from Mr. Lincoln’s hometown, Springfield, Illinois!!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Pat!
Just discovered your reciepe and will try it today, but I have a question. Is it OK or a bad idea to mix in some frozen vegetables, like peas or corn? Thanks.
Hi Duncan, I haven’t tried mixing in vegetables to advise. One of our readers wrote that they added diced celery to add vegetables into it but noticed with too many vegetables, and the meatloaf fell apart.
I didn’t use this recipe, but I make a smoked meatloaf roll with a very similar orange bbq glaze. I don’t think you can go wrong with this one.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
If I half the recipes, does the cooking time and temp change?
Hi Mrs K. I’ve always made the full recipe but you can definitely halve it. I imagine the time will decrease but not by much.
If i want to half the recipe; do i cook it the same amount of time?
Hi, it depends on the size of your baking pan. If you are using half the size of pan, it will be close to the same amount of time since the thickness of the meatloaf will be similar. If you’re using the same size pan and your meatloaf is half the thickness it normally would be, you would want to cut down your baking time.
Made this meatloaf last night n it was delicious! I also reheated leftover mashed potatoes in oven n they tasted like I had just made them fresh!
Love ur recipes!
That is fantastic! Thank you for sharing your good review and feedback with us, Rosana.
Made this last night. Awesome! Didn’t need to substitute anything. Great flavor, leftover meatloaf is always good…. can’t wait to dig in
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Kevin!
ALWAYS my go to recipe.. delicious 🤤
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
Followed to the letter, outstanding!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
My mother in law passed away a few years ago, she made the best meatloaf but I never knew her recipe. My daughter really loved her meatloaf (as did the rest of us!) and I tried SO many times to recreate her recipe and failed miserably. It got to the point of mentioning making this meatloaf for dinner and my daughter would cry saying she didn’t want it! I made this recipe and it smelled exactly like hers. It has been a go to recipe for us as this is absolutely delicious and we often speak of her when we share this meal as a family. Thank you for sharing this recipe and giving us a taste of her famous meatloaf!
Hello Leigh, wow that makes me so happy knowing that this recipe helped you recreated your mother-in-law’s awesome recipe. I’m so glad you found this!
This is the best meatloaf recipe, hands down! We’ve been trying to eat a little healthier and would like to make it with ground turkey. What are your cooking instruction recommendations?
Hi Kim, I haven’t really tried using ground turkey yet to advise. I saw someone commented this “I sub it for ground turkey, and I also add bell peppers to It all the time; it’s great” I hope that helps.
Made this for my family & there were NO leftovers!! A delicious family fav.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
It took way to long to cook
I decided to try a different meatloaf recipe, and found yours. My husband likes the one I usually make, but I wanted a change. I followed your recipe exactly.I put the meatloaf under the broiler to finish glazing, and it was perfect. My husband said, “This is really good!”
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
We have our grandson every Tuesday night and now Tuesday’s have become meatloaf Tuesday. This is the best meatloaf we’ve ever had. We make it with half turkey/half beef. It is easier on the tummy when you eat way too much, which we always do! 😂
That’s just awesome, Shelley! That is the best when kids love what we make. That’s so great!
Amazing!! Boyfriend said it was better than his Italian moms meatloaf and asked me to send her the recipe! It was juicy and delicious. Best meatloaf I ever made thank you so much!!
Wow! High compliments! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
This is the best meatloaf recipe I have ever tasted. I made it again tonight for family and serving it with creamy homemade mashed potatoes and asparagus. The tangy-sweet glaze puts it over the top! This time I am using a 2 to 1 ground beef and pork mixture.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Denise!
Pure comfort food. Loved it! You are the best sweet. Muito obrigada, gosto das receitas gosto de você gosto do seu sorriso.
Thank you for that wonderful compliment, Eliane!
I made this tonight for my family! And they LOVED IT, it’s so delicious! Thank you!!
You’re welcome, Adriana! I’m so happy you enjoyed that.
Hi Natasha your recipes are very helpful and delicious. I already tried the meatloaf and it’s the best meatloaf i’ve ever tasted. My husband is very picky when it comes to meat but this meatloaf is a success . Thank you.
You’re welcome, lani! I’m so happy you enjoyed that.
I’m trying this recipe tonight but I don’t have any breadcrumbs. Can I use quick oats abs a substitution?
Hi ShaRelle, I haven’t tried that substitution but it may work. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe.
I’ve made your meatloaf about 4x now. Hands down the best meatloaf I’ve ever had. So flavorful, juicy & that glaze! I struggle with picky eater but this with homemade mashed potatoes. Crowd pleaser every time!
That’s just awesome! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
The first meatloaf that did not fall apart. Delicious!
Great to hear that, Carol. Thank you for sharing!
thank you, Valentina, your recipe is much enjoyed my whole final. A very moist and delicious meatloaf.
Love all the food my God. So good
I hope you’ll love all the recipes that you will try, Nettie!
Best meatloaf I’ve ever eaten. Super easy to make.
Pure comfort food. Loved it!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Don’t know why I got the urge to make meatloaf because I didn’t think I even liked it! – Your meatloaf recipe has converted me – so tasty and easy to make. This recipe’s a keeper. Thank you.
Wow, I’m so happy to hear that! Glad you found a new favorite recipe.
So good! It’s the only meatloaf I make now! Thank you!
You’re welcome, Kristin! I’m so happy you enjoyed that.
Also…. I make it on a sheet pan with a silicone liner for easy clean up. I like it better this way, the grease isn’t trapped in the loaf pan. Still very juicy and our favourite.
I’ve made this meat loaf recipe a few times now and it has become a family favorite. Reminds me of how my mama made hamburgers. Some of my friends have asked for the recipe and have become big fans of Natashas Kitchen and the yummy recipes.
I am very happy to know that you have been sharing my recipes with your friends. Thank you so much too for your great comments and feedback, Irene!
Love the recipe! I add a couple of Tbsp. Yellow mustard to the glaze. I also put the loaf upside down on a baking sheet, glaze it and finish cooking, gets the left over grease out and makes a nice form.
Hi Mark, glad you enjoyed this recipe! Thank you for your good comments and feedback.
Best meatloaf I’ve ever made!
Very moist, but holds together
well.
Yes sauce is fabulous! Will double next time.
Thank you for a easy delicious meal with great leftovers for
sandwiches 🤗
You’re welcome, Sabrina! I’m so happy you enjoyed that.
Making meatloaf for 30 plus years but your recipe is the best!! Absolutely delicious!!
Wow! Thank you so much for the amazing feedback!
Absolutely delicious! My husband loves this meatloaf.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review with me, Kaye!
Made this last night it was very good husband loved it topping was great saved some to add to the slices
Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
I made this for my family tonight and it was probably the best meatloaf I’ve ever made. We also used your recipes for mashed potatoes and asparagus. We put the mashed potatoes on top of the meatloaf and then put a sprinkling of crispy fried onion strings on top. Num! Thanks for the great recipes!
That sounds perfect! Love it, thank you for your fantastic comments and review, Lisa!
1 question–Planning to make this fabulous sounding meatloaf. I live in Colorado @ an elevation of 8,000 ft. What time & temp. adjustment would your make for baking this meatloaf? TY!
Hi Frank, Increasing cook time does not apply to oven-roasted meat or poultry; oven temperatures remain unaffected in high altitudes, from what I have read, but as always, I recommend checking with a thermometer for doneness.
I made this it was good !! I might be pooping out parchment paper though
I have only 1lb of meat on hand, so I guess I should cut the recipe in half…should I adjust the cooking time as well? Thanks!
Hi Jenn, Halving it would work. The bake time may not change by much.
Made this recipe tonight and my BF loved it! Yum!!!
Don’t skip the tips! Read them through and follow accordingly.
Thanks for your suggestion and great feedback Amy. We appreciate it!
I LOVE the meatloaf with topping that’s on your site. Wonder if I double it so I can freeze half how would u freeze it? Sliced or whole? I already double the topping for 2 lbs. can I 4x’s it for the 4 lbs. can the topping freeze too? If so do I cover meatloaf with it and then freeze the whole thing together or do I separate the topping from meatloaf and freeze separately in a freezer bag?? A lot of questions. Sorry. I’d love to know though
Hi Patty, we have freezer instructions in the post. You can freeze it with the glaze.
This is a favorite at our house. The glaze makes it a winner.
I’m glad to hear that, Kathy!
The meatloaf was absolutely delicious., moist, and tender. Adding milk seemed weird, but I followed directions and wow. I used apple cider vinegar instead of white in the sauce because that’s all I had and the sauce was great.
Hi Ronda, thank you for your great review. I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed this recipe!
Really good meatloaf recipe. I grew up HATING meatloaf. I now know it’s because no one i knew made good meatloaf. This is moist and flavorful. It doesn’t taste or look like a gray log. The glaze really is the BEST. Having meatloaf sandwiches for dinner. Never imagined I do that.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Please advise what to substitute for the cheese. I am making this for a special birthday dinner for daughter-in-law who is lactose intolerant. Thank you! LOVE LOVE LOVE your recipes and videos! I am a huge fan!
HI Lois, there is no cheese in this meatloaf recipe. I hope you love it!
Good heavens!
Hi,
We love, love, love this meatloaf. My husband loves the sauce and he ask me to add sweet Italian sausage to it. It was delicious, I didn’t change anything else. We can not get enough of it. He took it to work for his co workers and they loved it. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with us.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
Amazing. Just enough for 3 people. We all wanted leftovers.
WOW. Thank You
Hello Dolores, you’re welcome! Thank you for sharing your great experience with this recipe.
Hi Natasha! I absolutely love your food vlogs and just had to make this meatloaf recipe! It currently is in the oven but smells so wonderful! Will be making the no bake strawberry cheesecake later this afternoon. Will keep you posted – you’re so AWESOME! Thank you!
You’re welcome, Ruby!! I’m so happy you’re enjoying our videos! Thank you for that wonderful review.
Glaze everything you said it was! Oh So Good!!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Being a vegetarian I found this recipe exilant there was no guess work or wondering if it would come out ok.
It looked nice, smelt lovely and was told that it tasted great. Thank you for sharing your recipe and cooking tips.
You are so welcome, Jenny. Thank you too for your good comments and feedback!
This was so good!
Thank you for your good feedback!
My family LOVED this recipe. I made it according to recipe with nothing substituted or changed in any way. The sauce was to die for. I’m making again tonight but I’m doubling the sauce for a sort of gravy for the mashed potatoes because that was the only complaint from my husband…..”wasn’t enough for my taters”…Gotta lovem’……Thanks for the PERFECT family meal!!!
You are very welcome, Lisa. Thank you for your wonderful feedback and review! I’m happy that your family enjoyed this recipe.
Husband loved it. Wanted extra top sauce for dipping. To use it like a Ketchup I guess. We’ll be smelling it in our sleep. House smell good he says.
Wonderful! Thanks for your great feedback, Evan.
I have made this recipe several times over and even the kids eat it. Hubby requested it this year as his bday dinner so I’m making with with baked macaroni and cheese and, corned bread and green beans. I find myself making adjustments to a lot of recipes due to flavor but the ONLY adjustment I make to this is using ground Turkey instead of beef. Still flavorful and juicy. This recipe is a keeper. Thank you!
You’re very welcome, Yana. I’m glad this recipe is a hit with your family, thank you for sharing that with us!
Gotta love meatloaf! I have had a recipe for years that I never thought I would stray from. although, the meatloaf part of this recipe is the same, your sauce topping is the best I have ever had and I will not use anything except from now on! thank you….and folks, very simple to make(bonus)
Yay, that is fantastic! I’m happy to know that you loved this meatloaf recipe, Catherine. Thank you for sharing your great feedback with us!
I’ve never made meatloaf before in my life and wow this was incredible. I did a few things differently. A major thing for me is that I have celiac’s. I used Ian’s brand gluten free panko breadcrumbs. I did a 1:1 substitution with no issues! I also wanted to marinade my asparagus in the glaze sauce so I doubled the recipe. In doing so, I had no ketchup left for the meatloaf LOL. So, I used the sauce in it and I feel like that was a great way to get more flavor into it. I also did a couple dabs of hot sauce. I didn’t have parchment paper, so I used nonstick aluminum foil. I think this helped crisp up the edges which we really liked. Cooked it an additional 10 minutes before adding the sauce. Alright, anyways. This was amazing. You won’t regret making it. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!
Nice to know that your substitutions worked great too! Thank you for sharing that with us, so helpful!
I love that you made extra glaze for the asparagus! I did the exact same thing and added a little cheesy mashed! I’ll never make a different meatloaf glaze again and I think asparagus is a great side for this recipe!
My kids love this recipe! It even works with dried minced onions and garlic powder when you’re low on ingredients.
Nice! Thanks for your comments and tips, Lindsey. Yes, this recipe would definitely work with the substitute ingredients that you mentioned. Glad you enjoyed it!
I sent my son to the store for eggs along time ago. First mistake never send your son LOL! Would this be really bad with only one egg?
Oh oops! I haven’t tried changing the recipe yet to advise.
This is my 4th time doing it and I would not change a thing from the recipe. Simply delicious!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
Delicious! Perfect! I followed everything you suggested.
Thanks for sharing.
Love it! Thank you for your great review, Edna.
Could I make this in muffin tins.
I prefer small individual meat loaves
Hi Valerie, I haven’t experimented with this in a muffin tin to advise, but I bet that could work. If you test it out, I would love to know how you like that.
Delicious!
Glad you loved it, Olga!
Hi Natasha. Great recipe thanks. Was looking forward to leftovers but alas there were none….I guess that says it all! Hubby and grandkids devoured every morsel and wanted more. Guess I have to make two next time 😊
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new family favorite!
I make this all the time and it turns out perfect!!
I’m glad to hear that! Thanks for sharing, Catherine.
My goodness! This sure is a great recipe. Easy and delicious. My Go To for meatloaf.
Thank you so much for sharing!
Love it! Thanks for your wonderful feedback and review.
The best Meatloaf I have ever made. Thank you for the recipe.
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe, Patty!
DO NOT use parchment paper. There is way too much juice and it will soak the paper. The “glaze” is nothing special other than glorified ketchup. The meatloaf itself did not slice/serve nice… crumbled to pieces.
Hi Vanessa, be sure to avoid using wax paper if that is what you used. Also, the glaze has been popular with our readers. Make sure to make it as directed without substitutions.
Love “Glorified Ketchup” Making it as we speak
that’s too bad your meatloaf didn’t turn out well. I’ve made it several times and had none of the problems you had. It’s one thing to b unhappy with a recipe but your comments are simply, rude. And I totally, disagree with your opinion about the glaze. Mine was perfection.
I’m not sure what I did wrong. This meatloaf has been in the oven for 2 hours. I’ve never had an issue with my oven. I was looking forward to it. It’s too mushy – I can’t slice it.
Hi Lydia, it sounds like maybe your oven needs re-calibrating. After 2 hours at that temperature, I imagine it would be like a brick.
I ALWAYS make meatloaf with the seasoning packets but I’m soooo glad our local go-to grocery store was out of those packets because it made me search and find this recipe. Wow! This is the best meatloaf ever. It honestly was so juicy and flavorful. And the sauce just put it over the top! I will NEVER buy those meatloaf seasoning packets ever again – not after making this recipe. And it was so easy to make! Natasha – I’m so glad I discovered you and your recipes. Every single one I’ve tried has been fabulous. Thank you!
Yay, that is fantastic! Homemade is always so much better, that is a great decision that you made. Thank you for dropping by and leaving a great review for this recipe, Jenn.
This recipe is so much like my mother used to make when I was growing up! My husband and I love to make meatloaf sandwiches from the leftovers.
Great to hear that your mother uses a similar recipe. It’s a fantastic one and definitely a keeper!
Hi Natasha,
I made your meatloaf recipe a few days ago. I followed your recipe exactly and it was wonderful. It was moist and full of flavor. Thanks for the tip of using parchment paper too. That was awesome just taking it right out of the pan. It came out so easily I almost lost my juices from the meatloaf. I’ll definitely make this again soon.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Merle! Thank you for that great review!
Really delicious meatloaf. Really enjoyed the glaze. Never been disappointed from a recipe from this site. Thanks Natasha
You’re welcome, Mo! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe!
I made this meatloaf for my minister, who is undergoing chemo, and his family. They loved it, as did I. Actually, I had enough of the meat mixture to make a small loaf for myself, yummy. And, you are correct. It is best glaze ever.
Aww, that’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I’m all smiles
Great taste, nice and moist. Only comment would be mine took about 15 minutes more to reach 160 degrees.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I’m so happy you enjoyed that.
My husband said this was his favorite meatloaf I have ever made! We have been married 17 years! Lol!
I’m so happy you found a new favorite! Thank you for sharing that wonderful review with me.
Hello Natasha,
I am excited to try this recipe but can I put it in the crockpot instead? I like to have it ready when I come home from work.
Hi Marisa, I haven’t tried that in a slow cooker to advise.
Natasha, I just had this meatloaf it was simply divine, to die for! Thanks…
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed that, Bob!
Best meatloaf i ever had. I never cooked it before and came across your recipe and it was my 1st time ever making meatloaf. I make it about once every week. Thank you!!
Yay, that’s great feedback. Thank you so much, Steph!
Наташа. We made this meat loaf, and as usual it was fantastic. We used butter milk instead of sweet milk. It was great. Thanks for sharing it with us.
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You’re welcome! I’m happy you both enjoyed this recipe!
Good recipe. Mincing the onion to moisten the bread crumbs is a great tip. I chopped small pieces of onion and sprinkled on top before baking. I like a small bit of the crunch from the onion.
Just a personal preference.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me! I’m glad you enjoeyd it!
Hi, I was wondering if I can use ground turkey instead?
Hi Myri, I haven’t really tried using ground turkey yet to advise. I saw someone commented this “I sub it for ground turkey, and I also add bell peppers to It all the time; it’s great” I hope that helps.
One of my favorite ways to use leftover meatloaf is to make hash for breakfast with eggs. So good!!
Thanks for sharing that with us, Caryle! Sounds so good.
I love your videos. I have made your meatloaf recipe, your cranberry orange bundt cake, then the roasted juicy chicken as well as the lemon salmon. I have learned a lot of new techniques. Thank you for making cooking so much fun. I love to cook but your videos are definitely an added bonus. I am yet to master making the roasts.
Aww, these are my favorite comments! I’m so glad you’re enjoying our recipes Farah!
Love this recipe
Leftovers were great…we sliced the meatloaf… fried both sides in butter (yum) and made a sandwich with Mayo and ketchup. So good!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
I made this meatloaf for family recently and it’s the best meatloaf I have ever made in my 70 years. Although the ingredients were similar to what I’ve used in the past, the combination of the flavors – and especially that incredible sauce – puts this meatloaf over the top. I didn’t even line my glass loaf pan with parchment paper and it came out perfectly. I let it rest 10 minutes – Incredibly flavorful and juicy. I used ground chuck, Progresso Italian bread crumbs because I always have those on hand, and fresh parsley. Served it with homemade mashed potatoes and fresh roasted green beans. Amazing comfort dish. Thank you Natasha!
I’m glad you loved the result, Denise. Thank you for your wonderful review and feedback!
Made this a few times now, it’s great. I use bullseye sauce instead of ketchup.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me! I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe!
First timing making meatloaf and wowza YUM. Why does meatloaf have such a bad rap?! It was delicious.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Kaylie!
Probably because we ate so much of it when we were kids because it was a pretty inexpensive meal if you had a big family.
And…I can never get it to taste like my mom’s!😢. But I’m going to try this recipe tonight, I will be using green pepper instead of parsley because I’ve never used parsley in anything so I’m crossing my fingers on this one🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼😂😂😂
Can you make this with gluten free bread crumbs?
Hi Krysta, I have not tested this with a gluten-free option but here is what one of our readers wrote: “Since finding this recipe I’ve made it several times and it really is the best meatloaf recipe I’ve found. It’s very moist and flavorsome. I think the sugar in the glaze can be reduced but either way, very delicious. I’ve just become gluten-free so this is the first time I’ve tried adapting it by using 2 slices of gluten-free bread which I mixed with the egg and milk, instead of the bread crumbs. I also added some quinoa just to use it up. It turned out just as well as before when making it with bread crumbs.” I hope that helps.
We make this all the time with Schar Gluten Free Breadcrumbs and it’s delicious!! I’m the only one gluten free in the family and no one else can tell a difference.
Hi Lauren, I’m happy to know that this recipe works using that gluten-free crumbs! Thank you for sharing, that’s so helpful especially for others who would also like to try that.
Love this recipe. My mom doesn’t eat much but she always asks me to her this for dinner.
Hi Marie, I’m happy to hear that your mom loves this recipe. Thank you for your great feedback!
This was delicious! Tomorrow is grocery day and all we had in the deep freeze was ground beef. I had no idea what to make and I’m happy I found this recipe! We are a dairy free household so I skipped the milk and oops 20 minutes into baking I realized I forgot to add the eggs!!! It was no problem as it still turned out very good! Will remake in the future (hopefully correctly!)
Hi Bri, thanks for sharing your experience making this recipe. Great to hear that it was still a success even if you forgot to add the eggs. I think it will be perfect the next time you try this recipe!
This is always delicious. Had to cook a little longer than the recipe calls for but only because I can’t buy 2 lbs of ground beef it is always 2.5 lb+. The only variance I have to this is adding a little worchesershire sauce to the glaze. It adds another depth that I really enjoy.
Great to hear that you love this recipe, Travis. Thanks for your great review and comments!
I made this several weeks ago and my husband said it was very best meatloaf ever. Was playing around with the glaze though, and thought it was made with balsamic. Also, covered the meatloaf with the glaze after preparing, and cooked it the full time. Is this okay to do again!
Perfect! I’m happy to read your great comments and feedback, Elizabeth. Thank you for sharing that with us!
Am I doing something wrong? I have made this recipe several times (as well as many others on your site) and while the taste is awesome, I have noticed that the loaf has some spots of meat that does not cook. Has any one else had this issue? Help!
Hi Francine, I haven’t had that happen, but you might check if your oven has hot spots and double-check for doneness with an instant-read thermometer.
Francine! I feel your pain!! This has happened several times with me and my oven works great. I believe it is the quality of the meat today. There is something that is changed and the color of bits of the meat do not change color when cooked. I have also noticed it in after browning meat for other dishes like tacos. It stays pink but cooks to temp. So very strange!! Makes my day that I’m not the only one that has noticed this 🙂
This happened to me too. Never happened with anything except this recipe.
Halfway through cooking I reach in and start pre-slicing my meatloaf on each side, parallel to one another (not all the way through or the meatloaf will fall apart). This allows the heat to get in the middle. In addition, I cook for minimum of 1 hour and I use the meatloaf mix, which is only 1.4lbs. When I originally tried this recipe with 2 lbs of meat, it took nearly two hours. Although I use less meat, I keep all other listed ingredients in the same measures (the only other change I make is to add half a pack of Lipton Onion Soup mix as a personal preference, which increases flavor.) This is my go-to recipe and between the three of us, not a slice makes it into the fridge! I am a huge fan of this recipe.
This was the best meatloaf I have ever had!! It was so moist and flavorful. I followed the instructions and took your advice to saute the onions slightly first. The sauce was delicious. I made extra and dipped the meatloaf in it. Can’t wait to eat the leftovers!!
Hello Marguerite, that’s perfect! Thank you for your wonderful comments and review, I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Glaze was delicious! Which loaf pan BRAND was used as loaf pan in recipe picture does not look like loaf pan recipe on Amazon affiliate website? There is also another picture in a blue loaf pan? Thank you!
Hi Joyce, this pan was purchased locally and it isn’t available online, but underneath the color, it is a metal bread pan.
Thanks so much for your reply Natasha! So I guess the loaf pan on Amazon affiliate website would be good for a 2 lb meatloaf? Also, just wondering if “meatloaf mix” (beef/pork/veal) is another good option for meatloaf?
Hi Joyce, we use 2 lbs of ground beef with the one we have linked. A smaller meatloaf would also work but would bake up a little faster.
The best meatloaf! We were out shopping yesterday and instead of eating out I wanted to get home and eat my leftover meatloaf!
Love so many of your recipes and you are so fun to watch.
I’m so happy you’re enjoying my videos, Sue!
I made this recipe tonight and I have to say that this is the only way I’ll make meatloaf for now on!! AMAZING!! I Sautéed the onions and I also added a little bit of Sautéed peppers (tri-color), pre-chopped from the store. I also added some paprika to the glaze as well…can you say STUFFED!!??
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
We love this recipe. I do add ham and provolone cheese make it stuffed meatloaf. The sauce is amazing.