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 recipe was exactly like the one my mom made called sweet & meatloaf from our famous cook book 2nd helpings. Made this one to try it was a hit. I had to delete the milk as I do not mix meat with milk. It tasted fantastic that my 10 yr old ask for it to made again, so happy.
When the kids eat seconds you know its good! Thank you for sharing that great feedback with me!
Is the parsley 3 Tablespoons before or after its finely chopped? Thank you!
Hi Jon, per the recipe “3 Tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped” I hope that helps.
I’ve made this any number of times and it’s the best meatloaf ever. I cover the meatloaf with bacon and add a dash or two of Worcestershire and Dijon mustard.
That sounds delicious, Daniel! Thank you for that awesome review!
Fabulous, my kids gobbled it up and asked that I make it again! Winner!!
Isn’t that the best when kids love what we moms make? That’s so great!
I made this recipe and it as absolutely delicious. My family recommends it as a very filling meal but delicious with mashed potaotes and veg.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me!
The recipe looks good, and I am preparing to give it a try. However, I was wondering when you write about increasing the cooking time for smaller loaf pans if maybe you meant to say reduce cooking time
Hi Rick, a smaller sized pan would result in a taller meatloaf which would take longer to bake through.
Oh yum!! I have tried so many meatloaf recipes and this is without a doubt the best one yet. I made a half recipe and cooked the glaze for about 30 min. I thought the garlic was going to be to much in the glaze but it was really good. Very moist and flavorful! My go to now!!
That’s so great, Karen! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
I do!
Do you use convect oven method or regular bake. I can’t seem to get the baking right. Other than that, my son loved it who is a very picky eater.
Hi Laura, I always use regular bake mode (conventional) unless I write otherwise. I’m so glad your son loved it!
Purchase a good digital thermometer and pull the meat from the oven when the internal temperature of the meat reads 155°F – 160°F. This will ensure it is safe to eat but more importantly it will be perfectly cooked.
A good thermometer brand is one from Thermoworks.
Oh my gosh I have not made meatloaf in years… this one is fabulous will make it again! Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Greta!
Delicious!
I was thrilled to find and make this meatloaf recipe. It is just like the one my grandma used to make and I could never get it to turn out the same as hers, only she put plain ketchup on hers. Your glaze makes this a keeper. We made sandwiches from the leftovers with mustard and sweet pickle relish. Heaven on breac!
That’s so great, thank you for sharing that with us! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
That was the first time I have ever made meatloaf because my husband of 31 years told me he didn’t like it. I had been craving it because I know a good meatloaf is delicious. I tried this recipe and it was amazing and very delicious. My husband could not stop talking about it. I will definitely make this again!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Stacey!
Tried this recipe in combination with another I found and it turned out great. I used bread because I didn’t have bread crumbs and added chili and Worcestershire sauce to the mixture and glaze and it was amazing.
My first encounter with meatloaf was nothing to write home about so I hated it until I made this for the first time yesterday. Thanks for sharing your recipe.
You’re welcome, Sandra! I’m happy you liked that!
Can I make this with 93% ground turkey or will it be too dry?
I haven’t tested this recipe with turkey but I think it could work. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe
My meat loaf is essentially the same as yours with the exception that I add prepared (yellow) mustard to my glaze instead of vinegar. Been doing this for over 40 years. Still good and friends rave over it.
That sounds delicious, thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Last night was the first time I made this meatloaf with glaze and it was all gone the next morning! (my son is a night person, and his best friend and girlfriend were staying overnight) My husband and my daughter have had this for the dinner night before, and they begged me to make this again as soon as possible! I have to admit, that this is the most delicious meatloaf I ever ate – my mom-in-law often made meatloaf and it was DRY. She made it with just onions, and packets of Lipton’s Recipe Secrets (Mushrooms, onions, and brown gravy), and it was ugh. I havent made any meatloaf ever since she made, and it wasn’t a good thing. Until I tried with this – this is so DAMN good! Thank you!!
Hi Susie, That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Came out great second time making recipe
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Actually, the recipe that one can jump to (see top of page), the one that is easiest to copy and print does not say to cook uncovered. You may want to add it to the recipe.
This is absolutely the best meatloaf/glaze I’ve ever had! I made minis in a muffin tin and will have some in the freezer. Thank you!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Going to make this today. Looks pretty awesome and everyone’s comments helped.
That’s so great! I hope you love it!
Hi Natasha, I’m a younger cooker (just turned 20 haha) I’m making this recipe for the first time and it’s in the oven right now, I’m only using 1 pound for the recipe so I just cut everything in half. I tried to make the onions as small as possible, will they cook in enough time? Can’t wait to see how this recipe turns out! Only made this cause of the good reviews! And I’m a picky Eater.
Hi Felicity, the bake time will depend on the size of pan that you used. If you used a pan that is half the size, it should bake in about the same amount of time since the meatloaf will be the same height. I hope you love the meatloaf!
do you cover it when youre baking..or uncovered?
Hi Christine, Copying this from the recipe “Cook the meatloaf uncovered for 40 minutes at 375°F.” I hope it helps.
Hi, Natasha..I am making this today for the first time instead of my “usual” recipe..I will let you know the results later!
I hope you love it, Rose! I’m looking forward to your feedback!
Love this meatloaf recipe it’s so moist and delicious. Thanks for sharing.
You’re so welcome Patty! I’m happy you enjoyed that.
I have never made meatloaf before, being a new stay @ home father tried this yummy recipe and everyone including me loved it. I’m making it again and again with slight variations with great results. Thank you for sharing…
That’s so great Mark! Thank you for sharing that with me!
This recipe was amazing and it worked perfectly!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed that Sarah!
Second time making this I do as I always do improvise. And make it my own I added a little cocktail sauce Little Worcestershire Shire sauce and I know everyone’s taste is different but this gave it a little more zip
Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Just made it today and it was delicious!!!! My go to recipe from now on…thanks!!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Delicious!!! Family loved it and they “don’t eat meatloaf”
That is the best when the family loves what we moms make. That’s so great!
Hi! I am planning to make this tomorrow, I don’t have any panko breadcrumbs, just regular of some other brand… will that still work?
Hi, yes regular bread crumbs will also work.
I am not a meat loaf lover…my husband is. But I had 2 servings of this!!! Delicious! And my babies loved it too.
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review Audra!
I substituted real maple syrup for the brown sugar, used 93% lean ground beef, swapped onion powder for the onion – and this was a HUGE hit. My 4, 6, and 11 year old all raved about it. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much for sharing that with me Lori! Sounds like you found a new family favorite!
Wow, this was is so good . I made it last week and froze waiting on hurricane to visit. Then I decided to cook it yesterday just incase we have no power .It smelled delish with that sauce that has the best flavor.I had to have a piece before i freeze it again. I wish I would have thought muffin meat loaves like someone mentioned .
This is my go to from now on Hurricane is playing but cant wait to take it out and have sandwiches. Broward Cty.area. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Sandy! Stay safe, I hope that misses you guys! Enjoy the meatloaf
My Daughter love’s meatloaf and I made this for her birthday dinner and it was absolutely delicious, she said it was the best I have ever made! Thank You and for your tip using parchment paper. The only change I made to the recipe is adding one pound of mild Italian sausage to the two pounds of 92% lean ground beef
I’m so glad you enjoyed that Thomas! Thank you for sharing that with me!
Hi Natasha, just wanted you to know your meatloaf is so yummy and the sauce was so good, my husband loved it. Luv your recipes and videos, keep on doing what you are doing, Thankyou
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review, Mary!
Absolutely delicious. It was devoured by me and my 3 kids. Thankyou for the best meatloaf recipe …ever.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
I made this meatloaf tonight for dinner and all guests said it was the best meatloaf they have ever tasted. Love the taste of fresh parsley and perfectly seasoned.
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review!
Delicious meatloaf! My husband loved it. Meatloaf is one of his favorite meals and I admit, I don’t often think of making it. Not anymore! 😁
This is going to be the meatloaf recipe I will be using from now on.
I had already planned to make meatloaf and had pulled 1 lb ground chuck and 1lb ground pork from my freezer as that’s what I usaually use when I make it. I decided to check out some different recipes and came across yours. I grated the onion instead of finely chopping it, other than that, I followed the recipe as written. Next time, I will use all beef as the recipe suggests.
Thanks for a great recipe and a happy hubby 😁♥️
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback, Tracey!
I am not normally a meatloaf fan but my hubby is so I gave it a shot. It was amazing. Everyone said it was the best they ever had. Only thing I changed was I used 1.5lbs of ground chuck, onion powder instead of an onion, and I used spenda brown sugar. Amazing I already added it to my recipe book.
That sounds so good! Thank you for sharing your changes with us!
The meat loaf was fabulous. It’s one of the best meat loaf recipes that I’ve tried. So moist and flavorful. I will make it again.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
I have never made a meatloaf without mixing in either tomato sauce or ketchup do you think I would like this meatloaf recipe? Thanks in advance
Hi Tom, it is one of our more popular recipes! I hope you get to try it soon!
Team Natasha,
Great Recipe!!! Just a couple slight modifications. I used Italian Breadcrumbs and substituted Double the A-1 in lieu of the “W” word I can’t every pronounce correctly. In lieu of garlic powder, I finely chopped and smeared out 2 cloves of fresh garlic w/ course Sea Salt. Added finely chopped green pepper with the Onion and WOW!!!
I decided to go with my home made Beefy Chopped Portobello Mushroom Reduction Sauce in lieu of a Tomato Based Sauce as we also like the same on my Garlic Mashed Spuds, which is a must with this dish. All in all, a resounding success!! Weekend Only Recipe as I ate too much and slept for 2 hours afterwards. Suggest a good CAB or PINO with this one. Thanks Team!!!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
So you made an entirely different recipe…
That’s what I thought. Lol
Me too.
Am I missing something? “W” word.. Worchester Sauce?? Didn’t see in the ingredients..
Hi Mary Ann, this recipe does not call for Worchestershire but let me know if you experiment and add it.
I was told by my man to review this recipe to let you know it is amazing. He said it is hands down the best meatloaf he’s had. It has definitely made a home in our family meals. He also said your glaze is the best. He couldn’t keep his fingers out of it while the loaf was baking. I did screw it up and added 1.5 tbs of vinegar so it was sweet, tart, and the perfect addition to the meatloaf.
Hi Sami! I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review!
Great base recipe! But we made a few changes due to allergies and preferences: Substituted maple syrup for brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, ground buffalo instead of beef, added yellow pepper, celery, green onion, grated some hard sheep cheese instead of milk.
Very tasty. Thanks
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, David!
Turned out excellent! I’m a tinkerer so added a bit of cayenne to the sauce and it gave it a nice zest. Also added a few splashes of Worcestershire sauce to the meat as I was mixing it because that’s what mom always did. This load stayed nice and moist and the sauce was excellent. So much better than getting a packet from the grocery store!
That’s so awesome Mike! Thank you for that great feedback!
This recipe tastes delicious, but I’ve made it about 5 times following the recipe to a T and it’s always raw in the middle, every time. I have to microwave each piece about 1 minute 30 seconds to make it edible. Any suggestions?
Hi Mark, I wonder if it is due to using a different kind of pan (size or material that it is made of)? I would suggest checking the meatloaf with an instant-read thermometer to be sure it’s done.
Hi Natasha, I used your recipe to make a “meat”-loaf with Beyond Beef and it turned out so well! I didn’t have to make any changes to the recipe to make it work with the meat substitute (which I used 2 packages of). The only change I made was accidental, I didn’t have any panko so I had to use regular breadcrumbs. The texture was still very good but I’ll try to have panko on hand for next time! The glaze made it extra delicious and my family is already requesting it again. We used the leftovers to make sandwiches for lunch the next day. Thank you for this recipe, it’s a new favorite!
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review, Britt!
As stated this is an amazing recipe. I altered it slightly by using spicy ketsup, not by choice but because I had no regular ketsup and it was unbelievable. Just thought i’d share and also give thanks for a great recipe.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
I had the same experience Randi. I accidentally grabbed my sons sriracha instead of ketchup but it was delicious!
I love happy accidents! Thank you for sharing!
I was wondering if anyone has prepared it the day before and then cooked it the next day for dinner? I am a time saver and wanted to make sure that it would still be ok to make the loaf and place it in the fridge and then cook the next day.
Hi Jodi, I haven’t tested that but I think it could work. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe.
Can you use white sugar instead of brown for the sauce
Hi Lakeitha, we prefer the brown sugar for the color and flavor, but you could substitute if you don’t have brown sugar on hand.
My husband usually makes the meatloaf but after I found this recipe and made it because he was busy, my family insists that now I have to make the meatloaf from now on! Hmmm… not sure if that is a win (haha), but the family sure loves it! Thanks for the great recipe!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Absolute favorite meatloaf! Only change I make is use smoked paprika and different types of bread crumbs! Tonight will be the first night we try it after being frozen! Trying decide whether to put in crockpot while I’m I class or just baking in oven later!??
Hi Christina, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed that! I haven’t tried that in a slow cooker, we reheat this in the oven covered with foil.
This meatloaf was just OK to my family. If I were to try the recipe again, I would definitely cut the Italian Seasoning by half because it was overwhelming. I liked this meatloaf more and more as I kept eating, but my husband graded the recipe with a solid “meh” after dinner. None of my kids (aged 7-14) would eat more than a couple of bites each. Bottom line: unfortunately, this was not a keeper for our family. Thanks for sharing it, though!
Thank you for sharing that with me, Tracy!
I have been looking for a good classic meatloaf recipe, and I’ve found it. Thank you so much! I made it with gravy and it was excellent. This will definitely be my go to meatloaf recipe.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
My husband and I both agree this is the best meatloaf we have ever had. It will definitely go into rotation
That’s so awesome! Sounds like you found a new favorite!
This recipe was amazing!!! Not hard to make, juicy, and so flavorful! Best meatloaf we have ever had for sure. Will be making this regularly.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Christine! Thank you for the wonderful review!
My husband and I love this meatloaf recipe. Love the fact it was moist. Will be making this regularly.
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing that!
So my family hates vinegar. Can you taste the vinegar In This recipe?
Hi Jenifer, the overall flavor is not vinegary.
We did not care for this meatloaf at all. Followed recipe exactly except for three minor changes: sautéed the onions first as a reviewer suggested, reduced brown sugar 1/2 tbs, and salt by 1/4 tsp.
I hesitated adding the full amount of Italian seasoning but did anyway which ruined the dish imo; overwhelmed the dish as another reviewer stated. Also did not like the use of Italian seasoning with the tangy sweet sauce. While forcing myself to finish the portion, I thought how much better it would have been with marinara sauce. The strong Italian seasoning and BBQ sauce was not a pleasing combination to me or my husband.
Hi Claire, I’m sorry to hear that as this is one of our best reviewed recipes. I always suggest trying the recipe for the first time as written without modifications. Also, the meatloaf does not call for BBQ sauce – I highly recommend trying the sauce as written since different BBQ sauces can vary in flavor profiles.
Thank you for the reply Natasha. All the good reviews were definitely the reason for making this meatloaf. The 3 changes I made were so minor they could not have contributed to the overwhelming Italian seasoning flavor, and I put in the correct amount, checked 3 times. The bottle is fairly new so maybe that is the reason it tasted so strong. Just to clarify, I didn’t use BBQ sauce. I made your sauce as written – it was good. I called it BBQ sauce because it reminds me of a tangy-sweet BBQ sauce and has a ketchup, vinegar, and brown sugar base like many BBQ sauces. I may try the recipe again using less Italian seasoning. Thanks.
How would this meatloaf taste using brown gravy instead of the glaze? I am not a huge fan Ketchup.
Hi Laurie, I haven’t tested that but I imagine it would work.
I made this tonight and followed the exact recipe. Had to cook it about 20 more minutes than specified but it was delicious. Kids loved it and so did I.
Hi Jason, I’m so glad you all loved the meatloaf! That could happen using a smaller pan or baking in a different kind of pan. I’m glad you figured out what worked for you.
I jest read the meatloaf recipe. Looks delish & I plan to make it this Canada Day weekend. I consider myself a major foodie & have a ton of books. Since I found your website I haven’t used my books. Love the stuffed pork tenderloin! Finger lickin’ good (sorry, Con. Sanders…LOL)
Awww that’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that with me Norma. I’m all smiles!
I made this for my family and everyone loved it. It has great flavor. The only change I made was that I used a meat loaf mix (beef, veal and Pork). This is my go to recipe now.
Sounds like you found a new favorite! I’m so happy you’re enjoying this recipe Sharon!
Made this for my husband tonight(meatloaf is a comfort food for him) turned out amazing, I will say take the time to sauté the onions before hand and get them golden brown, this was the first time Iv don’t this and it added so mush complexity to the meatloaf. Baked perfectly in the exact amount of time specified.
Thanks Valentina.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us Dasha!
You’re so very welcome, Dasha. I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe. 🙂
this is in my weekly rotation so good!
Thank you so much for sharing that with us, Anna!
Trying this now in a double meatloaf pan (dark nonstick metal) and it’s taking a looong time:( internal temp reads 140 degrees and it’s been over 70 min…
Hi Natalie, I’ve never experienced anything like that before. What is a double meatloaf pan? Did you double the recipe? Also was the oven pre-heated when you put it in?
This is so yummy – will be taking the recipe w/us on our July family trip to Crater Lake! Many thanks for sharing your great recipe.
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it Marguerite!
Great recipe! The meat was very flavorful, even the kids enjoyed it!
That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great, Pam!
This was the best meatloaf , I will be making this again , I added bell peppers and only used 2 tablespoons of brown sugar , I forgot the white vinegar but was still great.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that Vee!
Very good and easy to do. The most important thing is don’t over mixe the ground beef you don’t want it moody…. excellent
You got that right Richard! Thank you for that awesome review!
Will it makes any difference if I use regular
breadcrumbs instead of panko?
This was very good. I will make a couple of changes next time. I will cut the Italian seasoning in half as it was overwhelming and detracted from the other flavors. Maybe it depends on brand and freshness. I will also use at least a quarter teaspoon less salt. There was plenty of yummy glaze, in which I added a teaspoon of Worcester sauce and broiled at the end. These are personal preferences of course and we look forward to enjoying this recipe even more the next time!
I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe Vonnie! I would love to hear your feedback with those changes!
Made this recipe tonight and it was a hit! We loved the tangy sauce. Thank you for sharing.
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review Elena!
I’m trying this tonight! Quick question, if I don’t use loaf pans, should I adjust the cooking time?
Hi April, depending on how tall your meatloaf is you may need to adjust cook time. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe
This is the absolute best meatloaf I’ve ever had and this will be my go-to recipe in the future. I’m actually making it again today. Thank you so much for sharing it! *love*
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite Joe!
Can this be prepped into the pan then frozen?
Hi Michelle, I haven’t tested freezing that before baking so I cannot advise. One of our readers has stored it in the freezer post-baking, however. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe
I did this and it was awesome reheated!
Thank you for sharing that Joe!
I have prepared it, put it in the pan for cooking the next day and placed it in the fridge overnight and it turned out GREAT!!! Just make sure you add about 45 mins to the cook time and the internal temp is 160 degrees.
Thank you for sharing that with us, Adriane!
Excellent recipe – moist and great flavor! The topping is a bit too sweet for me, though. Maybe next time I will skip it or only use half as much.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us & if you experiment I would love to know how you like that!
Thank you for delicious meatloaf receipe. My family love it.
I’m so happy you all enjoyed this recipe Irene!
Prepped it the night before and baked it the next day. It was delicious :). Thank you for the recipe.
hat’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Bex!
It’s all true. This meatloaf is so delicious! So glad I found this recipe!
Instead of Italian Seasoning I used lots of Za’atar (an oregano/marjoram/thyme based herb mix) and I added Worcester Sauce to the glaze.
The next day I placed the leftovers into fresh buns with a little ketchup or mustard. What can I say, even my friend who hates minced meat and therefore Burgers LOVED them!
Thank you for this amazing recipe!
Hi Julie! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe! I love the idea of using it with a fresh bun the next day!
Definitely a little different. Made extra sauce and broiled for a couple of minutes. Excellent
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
Recipe was very clear and easy to follow. However, I followed the bake time and temps and when I put my thermometer in it it only read 130 degrees Fahrenheit…
Thinking ok maybe my thermometer is faulty, I cut into it and peeked and it definitely was not cooked through the middle.
Does the fact that I used a glass loaf pan make a difference?
I put it back in the oven for another 20 min after scraping off as much glaze as I could to reapply later. I’m still waiting to see if I can salvage the meal.
Hi Eva, It is most likely due to using a glass pan. When using a glass pan, I would suggest adding an extra 10 minutes at least (and it was smart of you to check with a meat thermometer). The reason being that glass doesn’t heat up as quickly as metal. I hope it still worked out well for you.
Was a huge hit, the family loved it! Can you prepare this the day before and put it in the fridge and then just put it in the oven the next day? If so are the cooking temp and time still that same.
Hi Adriane, I haven’t tried it that way but it should work. I would add 5 minutes to the bake time since the meat will be coming out of the refrigerator cold.
First off I do not like meatloaf, I do not write reviews, and I rarely make any recipe that has the word “Best” in it.
When my husband wanted meatloaf, I started searching the web. When I read this recipe and the reviews for this meatloaf, I took a chance and made it. After one bite, and to my surprise, I fell in love with it. The glaze was so tasty I literally scraped it off my plate. My husband hummed while he ate it and my kids ate seconds. When I went back for another piece it was gone.
I have added the recipe to my favorites and will have to make two loafs the next time I make it. This is a must to make!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Andrea! Thank you for sharing your great review!
Super yummy! This meatloaf is like lazy meatballs. So good. Really enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us Esther!
Just made this and it already smells amazing and it’s not even half way done cooking! I did try the glaze before I added it and it was just a little too sweet and ketchupie for me so I added a little tomato paste and some whats this here sauce (come on who can really say it correctly) and it was perfect! Love the recipe will let you know how it goes!
Hi Brooke, I hope it becomes a new favorite for you! The flavor profile of the glaze changes once it is baked so I would recommend try it as is.
I make this meatloaf for the first time an it was amazing.this is the second recipe from u🥰🥰
I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe! Thank you for sharing that with me!
Making tonight! I’ll let you guys know the results!
We’re looking to your feedback! I hope you love it!
Top notch, the glaze is awesome!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that, Neil!
I try to keep my processed foods to a minimum. I use to love the Lipton onion soup meatloaf. Since I stopped eating the onion soup mix, I haven’t found a meatloaf recipe I like so I stopped making them (tried making my own onion mix – not the same).
I also don’t usually choose dinner recipes that have sugar, but given this was 5 star and I haven’t found a good recipe, I made an exception.
I found it salty, but other reviewers didn’t say anything, so wondering if I screwed up the measurements. We like onions a lot so I would add more. I used coconut milk and gluten free panko.
It was a good recipe, and I’ll make it again.
Thank you!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
Check you Italian Seasoning, maybe it also has salt. I try to get Italian Seasonings that don’t include added salt, just the spices.
Hi from one Ukie to another! This recipe was devoured by my family and my husband is STILL talking about how good it was. I made an extra half-recipe because meatloaf sandwiches are a necessity of life. I’ll no longer be making my version and have adopted your version as my own. Love your recipes, love your videos, love your winning smile. Continued success … Смачного! 🍽
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite! Thank you for sharing your great review with us Elaine!
This was just ok to me, but I have to give 4 stars still bc my kids don’t eat meat willingly very often and they both devoured this. 🙂
That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great!
Am normally not a huge fan of meatloaf but this recipe looked good and I had most of the ingredients to make it, except for the parsley. First recipe I followed to step by step without changing a lot and it was amazing. My very picky 7yr old and 2yr old ate it all without me having to bag them to finish. I served it with Jasmine rice, mashed potatoes and asparagus. This is my 3rd recipe I’ve tried for your page but the other two i found on Facebook. Loved them all. Thanks Natasha 🙂
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review Adut!
I made this recipe and loved it! Thank you so much for sharing.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that Porscha! Thank you for sharing that with me!
Made as directed. Hubby and I loved it. TY Natasha
Awww that’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that with me Wendy!
what kind of vinegar would you recommend for this meatloaf recipes?
Hi Sandy, regular white vinegar works well for us!
Hi Sandy, I agree – white vinegar. Which is what I used and prefer due to its sharp tangy flavor.
End results, WONDERFUL! I did add course ground chile-flake to the meat. And for the sauce I added 1 tbs of CJ Haechandle Gochujang Hot Pepper Paste. Thank you for the recipe! For a side, I fixed up some sauteed mushrooms.
I’m glad you enjoyed that! Thank you for sharing your review with me!
The meatloaf turned out wonderfully and my very grown up kids loved it 😋! Only one little addition; I added some finely chopped up white mushrooms just for extra meatiness ( hope that’s a real word!) thank you Natasha!
You’re so welcome, Uz! I’m so happy you all enjoyed that!
Delicious! I just cooked it an extra 10 minutes before adding the sauce. My family loved it. It’s a keeper😀
Sounds like you found a new favorite! Thank you for that great review!
Made this tonight. Everyone loved it! My Dad is on a low sodium diet so I only used 1/2 teaspoon of salt total. You would never know! With all the other wonderful spices it was great! Tank you!
That’s so great Cheryl! I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
Delicious! The perfect meatloaf!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
Juicy and delicious! I only deviated from the recipe by also adding diced green peppers. Even my picky 5year old son ate it – and we can’t get him to eat anything beef!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
My husband has always hated meatloaf. It’s taken me 9 years to convince him to try mine (his mother ruined his taste for it as a child by adding tomato soup and making it mushy). I finally convinced him to try mine and followed your recipe as it was very close to my mother’s which I’ve always loved. She always added sausage so I did add 1lb of lean sausage and left out the salt, however.. He agreed it was great and asked me to make it again.. Major Win for my Home! My two young boys ask for seconds and we only have minimal leftovers the next day. Thank you for this blog!
Awww that’s the best! I’m so happy you all enjoyed this recipe! Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I’m all smiles!
If I’m using 1lb of meat, would I use half of everything else?
Hi Esther, I haven’t tried halving the recipe but that should work fine halved. I hope you love it.
I made this meatloaf today and it was a huge hit! Recipe was relatively simple preparation and most importantly great taste!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the wonderful review!
Best meatloaf I’ve ever made. Even without the sauce, the meat is delicious.
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review Jenny!
I’m making this for the first time tonight..followed directions exactly!! But after the 40 minutes it was still a bit raw. Currently cooking for 20 more minutes..hopefully it tastes as great as it smells!
Hi Lola, this could possibly be due to using a different type or different size of pan. I hope you love the meatloaf!
I have just made this awesome meatloaf for the second time. It is incredibly delicious. Thank you for this recipe!
Hi Nan! I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
This is easily the best meatloaf both me and my spouse have ever had, including restaurant quality. My only recommendation is I doubled the garlic and added about 30% more onions and gave a small covering of Worcestershire sauce on top of the meat after putting it in the pan before putting the sauce on
I’m so happy you enjoy this recipe Jeff! Thank you for that awesome review & suggestions!
It is the best I have ever had, as well.
I’m so glad you loved it! Thank you for the glowing review!
This meatloaf is really good and it was delicious to eat
I’m so happy you enjoyed that, Josephine!
I made this meatloaf and commented on 3/27/19. WOW! My husband and I raved about it to our friends, she asked for the recipe, I sent it to her, she made it and her and her husband LOVED it also. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS RECIPE!!! ❤️❤️❤️
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback with me Ann!
Thank you so much for a great recipe! I made this meatloaf and glaze, following the instructions to a tee; it turned out beautifully. More importantly, it is absolutely delicious!!
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review Yvette!
Such a delicious recipe…my family hates meatloaf but loved these! We made in muffin tins and baked for 25 minutes…added sauce and cooked for another 10… Perfect! Thank you!
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it Heather!
This was really fabulous. For those asking about excluding milk, I substituted it for unsweetened almond milk and it came out perfect!
That’s so great! Thank you for sharing that with me Zoe!
I love your new kitchen.
Thank you Guy!
Just an amazing lift to any of the old meatloaf recipes I used to make. I always got the usual response from my husband “oh no!… not meatloaf – it’s sooo boring!” Not anymore. We both love it – delish!!! Thanks for sharing this great recipe.
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review, Heather!
This was fantastic! I made it exactly as written except I didn’t have any paprika and I just used dried parsley. I will definitely be making this again and doing some extra helpings for the freezer. So many flavors blend perfectly together and the glaze goes a long way! Sooo good, and I’m a snob! Thanks for this! 🙂
I’m so happy you enjoyed that, Courtney! Thank you so much for sharing that with me!
Do I use plan breadcrumbs or season kind?
Hi Angie, plain bread crumbs but either will work.
Very simple recipe for a great meatloaf & glaze!!! I used ground turkey (1lb 93/7 1lb 85/15) instead of ground beef. It turned out great! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that! Thank you for that awesome review!
Made this today…Very good recipe.
I added Ole Bay Seasoning to glaze. hard to find good recipe that stay juicy. But I combined beef, pork and venison burger. Since I farm fresh meats…PERFECT
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Kay 🙂
3/27/19. Made this recipe tonight! WOW, it’s WONDERFUL! My husband and I LOVED it. Also loved the sauce. Thanks, I will be making this again.
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review 🙂
You can also make easy shepards pie with leftovers!
That is a great way to use leftover meatloaf. Brilliant! thanks for sharing!!
Meatloaf and creamy mashed potatoes is one of the most favorite dish to eat. I use fish sauce when making meatloaf instead of salt. By the way, have you ever heard about Red Boat Fish Sauce and ever cooked with fish sauce? Do you have any food allergies? By the way, I love your YouTube channel and videos.
That is interesting! Thank you for sharing that with me, Brennan!!
Soooo good. Loved it.
Hi Paulette! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Hello! Can we omit or replace the milk with some other non-dairy product? Thanks!
Hi Tatiana, I haven’t tested that but I think it could work. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe
I liked it very much! I did not use milk though. Today I am making it again! Thank you!
You’re so welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
Hey Tatiana, What did you use instead of the milk?
I honestly just skipped it. I already made it 3 times! That’s how good it is! It is probably even better with it. I am lactose intolerant.
I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe Tatiana! Thank you for sharing that with me!
So you skipped the milk and did not supplement it with anything, correct?
Correct. No milk.
This recipe sounds wonderful and I really want to try it, do you have a recipe for a turkey meatloaf? I have cut beef from my diet, I know crazy! Thank you for all of your wonderful recipes and laughs! I love your videos!
Hi Tracy, I haven’t tested this recipe with meatloaf but I think it could work. I do not have a turkey meatloaf at this time. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe
Is there anything I can use instead of sugar for the glaze?
Hi Luba, I haven’t experimented with anything else but honey should work.
Wow, this looks delicious. With the panko and THAT GLAZE. OMG. Must try!
Thank you for the wonderful review, Heather!
One thought — I always put a slice (or two) of bread under the meatloaf to soak up all the juices that accumulate. It works great!
Thank you for sharing that with me, Lynda! That’s a great suggestion!
This is the BEST Meatloaf that I’ve ever had or made!! Definitely a Keeper… If I could give it 10 Stars I would. 🙂 I would like to thank you for all the tips you listed.. such a big help to me. My husband & I really enjoyed your recipe. Keep up the good work. 🙂
That’s so awesome, Tess!! Thank you for sharing that awesome review with me! I love that you found a new family favorite on our blog!
Hi Natasha – Is that Apple Cider or White Vinegar in your sauce toping for your meatloaf? I only read Vinegar. Thank you. If you can answer ASAP, it would be appreciative. Want to make this for tonight’s (2/23) dinner. Thank you.
Hi Robin, that was just vinegar. I hope you love it!
What does just vinager mean? Which kind?
Hi Darla, regular white vinegar.
I made this tonight and the two of us enjoyed it. Needless to say with just the two of us, we have leftovers but that’s a good thing! Is there a reason that you use Panko bread crumbs instead of regular, either dried or fresh?
Hi Katie, Panko is a staple for us – we love that they are larger crumbs, but I think you could sub with regular just fine, just keep in mind that regular bread crumbs are crushed more finely so you might need slightly less.
Thank you. That helps because I was thinking about making this for my sister who is gluten sensitive.
Made this last night for dinner with mashed potatoes and a vegetable. Never had a glaze on meatloaf before except ketchup. This was so much better. Will make again.
I’m so happy you loved the recipe! Thank you for sharing your great review – isn’t that glaze awesome? So glad you enjoyed it!
Hands down, best meatloaf ever! My husband is not s huge fan of meatloaf. He loved this so much that I’m making it again. Twice, in one week!!!! Moist and delicious! Glaze was incredible!
That’s so great, Karla! I love that you found a favorite on our blog! Thank you for sharing that awesome review with us!
Thank you for sharing another Valentina guest post- I enjoy the recipes!! This meatloaf turned out delicious!! What is the best way to reheat it?
Hi Mary! We are happy to have her! We reheat this in the oven covered with foil
Although I’m not a meatloaf fan, this recipe by Valentina has me thinking maybe I could be. Made it yesterday with mashed potatoes and a salad, a classic combo. My husband asked for the leftovers again tonight so it’s going in, covered with foil to reheat at 300 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
I used Herbes de Provence. Added a few tablespoons of shiracha to the sauce for some extra zest.
Best meatloaf I’ve ever made!
Wow! That’s so great! We are so happy you loved this recipe Lauren! Sounds like you found a new favorite!
Thank you for the sweet comment, Lauren. 🙂
Thank you for the kind feedback, Mary. Makes me so happy. 🙂
The glaze on this meatloaf is so good. We really enjoyed this for dinner!
I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe, Jocelyn! Thank you for that great review!
Made this loaf yesterday for my family and friends. Gone. Should make two of it. So delicious! Thank you.
Sounds like you found a new favorite, Oxana! Thank you for that great review!
This meatloaf is so perfect. Thanks for all the tips as well, super helpful.
You’re so welcome, Alli! Thank you for sharing that with me!
This is the best meatloaf I have tried. Love the sauce!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
This recipe was a hit with my family!
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Pam 🙂
I made this tonight and was sure my husband would complain that it wasn’t what he was used to. I noticed the HZ 57 still sitting on the counter that he always puts on his meatloaf…..he didn’t need it…he raved about the glaze and how delicious it was and told me to make it like that every time. It was excellent!
I am smiling big reading your review. That is awesome! I’m so happy you both loved the meatloaf 🙂
This sounds amazing based on all the wonderful comments. Now, I’m not a cook, but my wifes birthday is Monday and being she loves meatloaf, I’m going to try and make this. Doesn’t sound too hard, wish me luck! Any suggestions on what NOT to do are welcome.
Best of luck & I hope you both love that! Happy Birthday to her!
This recipe was a huge hit with my family!
Hi Sommer, I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing that with us!
I needed a change from my meatloaf recipe, yours was fantastic my family really enjoyed it, and yes the glaze really adds a lot.
Hi Rebecca, I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review!
Gave this recipe a try today! Family and myself absolutely loved it! Had just the perfect flavor and it was so easy to make! Definitely adding this one to my favorites list! 🙂
I’m so happy to hear that, Maria! Thank you for sharing your great review!
My meatloaf is very similar to your recipe with two exceptions: I use oatmeal instead of panko crumbs and I use yellow mustard in the sauce instead of the vinegar. I get raves everytime I serve it to friends or family.
Thank you for sharing that with us, Eugene!
Is your oatmeal precooked?
No. It is basically the recipe that appears on the Quaker Oats box. Just learned that. Don’t use instant or “Quick” oats. Use only the original ones. You will not be disappointed .
I am on a restricted salt diet and I notice the sodium content is very high. How can this be cut down?
Hi Liz, salt is an important building block for flavor but you could omit if from the glaze and add it to taste in the meat; maybe start by reducing it by a third or up to half for the meat mixture. I hope you love the meatloaf!
Hi Natasha,
I use a very similar recipe and it always turns out delicious. To get some veggies, I dice carrots and beans (very very small size) and sauté them before adding to the ground meat mixture. Since they are so tiny and sautéed, kids don’t notice but still love it! I also add a few drops of sriracha sauce to the mix. Thank you for your recipes!!
Thank you for sharing that with me!
Wow! Natasha, that glaze looks amazing! Making me drool so much! Yummy! 🙂
Thank you for that wonderful review, Love! 🙂
That glaze sounds amazing! We also love making sandwiches out of the leftovers, if there are any!
Ha ha! “If” is the keyword! Yeah leftover meatloaf is a treat! Thanks Sabrina 🙂
We love meatloaf and this is great with that glaze!
Definitely can’t skip that glaze! Thank you for the great review, Erin!
We love meatloaf and this is great with that glaze
I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
Delicious! This will be perfect for a weeknight dinner.
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review 🙂
Yum! I am always up for trying a classic meatloaf recipe!
You’re so welcome! Thank you for that wonderful review, Kim!
Meatloaf is definitely my favorite comfort food! Can’t wait to try this recipe.
I hope this becomes your new favorite meatloaf – that sauce is hard to beat! 😉