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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I’m cooking your recipe for Easy Meatloaf with glaze. I’m excited, because my meatloaf is not fit to eat. LOL!!! Thank you! I will post picture !!
I hope it becomes a success, please update us on how it goes!
I made this last night for dinner, but used half pork, half beef. I’m on a keto diet, so I used a brown sugar substitute. It turned out as the best meatloaf I’ve ever had. We’ll done👍
Great idea on the substitution for Keto! I’m glad you enjoeyd it, Steve!
I’ve been making meatloaf for 60 years. I to try something a little different. This was the best meatloaf I’ve ever ate. Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it. Teresa!
Made this for dinner tonight. I had to substitute oats since I didn’t have any panko bread crumbs so I’m not sure how much that changed the texture. It was delicious though and will be my new go to recipe for meatloaf. Thanks.
Hello Anna, good to know that your substitution worked well too. Thank you for sharing that with us!
This is, hands down, the best meatloaf recipe. And, I have tried many others. My only problem is getting them out of the loaf pans in one lovely loaf with the luscious glaze intact. So, to solve that I ordered loaf pans with those lift out inserts. Thank you!!!
I’m so happy this was your favorite, Vicki! I recommend making sure you’re using a good non-stick pan along with parchment paper, but it does make it easier to serve and remove using parchment paper.
Amazing recipe
Worked out perfectly
Thank you
Thanks for your great feedback, Michelle.
The recipe is super easy and it’s absolutely delicious! Everyone loved it! But after 40 mins @ 375 in the oven, it was still very raw in the center and sides. I ended up having to increase the heat and transfer to the foil method, which allowed it to cook on the sides a bit. In order to cook the center I had to broil the load for about 15 minutes. All in all it took me an hour 40 minutes to get it cooked through. It was still very juicy but I think for me a higher heat would work better or maybe skipping the loaf pan altogether.
Hi Ashley, that is a very long baking time. Did you have your oven fully preheated? Also, if you prechill your meatloaf before baking, it can take longer to bake.
Can’t wait to try this but I’ve always made meatloaf in the crockpot. Do you think the glaze will still caramelize?
Hi Reenie, I haven’t tried that in a crockpot to advise on the glaze. You can try preparing it in the crockpot and then move it to the oven to caramelize!
Delicious! Slightly more involved than my usual, but well worth it. I made it for my father for Father’s Day, and he’s requested it again for his birthday! He doesnt usually request anything, so you KNOW this one is a keeper!
Aww, that’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I’m so glad your Dad loved this recipe! I’m all smiles
Made this today and it was easy and delicious. I used by kitchen aid mixer, dumped everything in for the meat loaf mixed put in a 9 X 13 pan baked it/ washed out the mixing bowl added my topping and poured the topping on at the end and baked.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Michelle! I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
Loved it!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
So I fell in love with this recipe because of the glaze. I made some of the glaze so I could use it as BBQ dipping sauce. But oddly it thickened and gelled and stirring or heating did not get it back to its previous consistency. Just wanted to share that for anyone who might want to try it as well. Not sure why it happened though.
Hi Raven, did you possibly have it on the heat too long or on too high of heat? Also, did you change any ingredients?
Hey! I just tried cooking the meatloaf and I did everything by the T. And the sauce didn’t carmalize? Is there anything I can do the fix this?
Hi, i made this the other day and everyone loved it. i also had the same problem where the sauce didnt carmelize. I don’t see a response on this-did i miss it?
Hi Marina, it doesn’t fully dry but sets similar to a bbq sauce would on ribs. Make sure to bake uncovered without reducing the temperature once the meatloaf is back in the oven. Also, using a thinner ketchup brand or using less sugar could cause it to be too runny to set properly. I hope that helps.
Hi, silly question. The total time to bake meatloaf is 40 min? or 40 min, add the sauce and extra 20 min? so the total time is 1 hour? Thank You
Hi Kat, the place to find the total time is on the recipe card. The total bake time is one hour. 40 minutes to start and then you will spread the sauce over meatloaf then return to oven and bake additional 15-20 minutes. Rest meatloaf 10 minutes before slicing. I hope that helps!
The italian seasoning added nothing to this recipe, except complaints from those eating it
HI Wally, it normally is not overwhelming and I dont recall any other feedback of too much Italian seasoning. Did you possibly use too much (ie. mistakenly add 1 1/2 TBSP instead of teaspoons?)
Best Meatloaf I’ve ever had. I am making it again for the third time in less than 3 weeks. So Good
I’m so glad you found a favorite, Dianna! That’s so great!
I just made your meatloaf. It is soo good. Even my picky 6 year old loves it and requested seconds.
That’s nice to know, Shawna. Thanks for your review, glad your kid enjoyed this recipe too!
I made this recipe using 1 lb hamburger and 1 lb mild italian sausage, plus i added 1/2 cup small cubed medium cheddar cheese. Wowza! Winner!
Sauce is excellent!
Yum! Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Sue! That sounds amazing!
I tried this recipe tonight for the 1st time even though I printed it a year ago. Girl this recipe works. It has great flavor and combine it with that awesome glaze “FIREWORKS” Delicious. Your recipe is now my recipe
Hi Leah, good to know that you finally tried and really enjoyed it! Thanks for your review too, we appreciate you sharing your experience with us.
This is so good. We added pepper flakes to the Meatloaf with extra garlic. For the sauce we added extra brown sugar and this rub we use to it. So tasty. Please email me and l’ll send you the image I have of this rub. My son sent it to me. We use it on beef, chicken, pork, steak, roasts, spaghetti sauce and now this sauce. Thank you.
Hi Tammy, that’s fantastic feedback. Thank you for sharing that with us!
Can you share your rub recipe? It sounds delicious!
This is the best meatloaf recipe i have found my husband loved it even wanted a meatloaf sandwich the next day they were delish….
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Maureen! I’m glad you and your husband loved this meatloaf!
This recipe is so Onolicious. Only difference I changed was the ketchup. I used the jalapeno Heinz ketchup.
Thank you Natasha. Love all your recipes.
You are so welcome, Donna! I appreciate your review and great comments too.
Absolutely perfect! Since I found it, it’s all I use for venison meatloaf. Great flavor, caramelizes just enough. 10/10!!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Sam!
By far the best meatloaf we have ever had. I will only make this recipe from now on.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Crystal!
There are lots of types of paprika (i.e. Hungarian, sweet, smoked, hot, etc). Please can you specify which paprika is used in the recipe?
Hi Lee, I use just plain ground paprika but there is room to experiment with the different kinds.
I decided to use this recipe for my first time cooking meatloaf. It was delicious, and easy to make. The only thing that I’d suggest is to cook the meatloaf for about five to ten minutes more before adding the sauce on top.
Hi Dezzie, thank you for your good comments and feedback! We appreciate it.
Fantastic! I couldn’t quite give up two of my traditional ingredients (Bloody Mary mix and whole oatmeal) but once we tasted the sumptuous glaze and moist result, I regretted I hadn’t just trusted 100% in your expertise. Spectacular! Next time it will be totally your recipe and next time will be soon!
No worries, I’m just glad you have tried and loved it! Thanks for your review.
As a newlywed your recipes are so easy and delicious to make. We definitely have some favorites that I keep in rotation.
I’m happy to hear that, Patricia! Hope you and your family will love every recipe that you will try.
The first time I made this meatloaf my son loved it and later told me he told his friends “My mom makes the best meatloaf and I’m gonna have her make you some.”
Tonight my son texted me from a restaurant and said, “Mom, I just ordered meatloaf and it’s nothing like yours. It’s not good at all.”
My family ( even my 89 year old mom who’s an extremely fussy eater ) loves this meatloaf and asks for it frequently. I plan on always using this recipe from now on.
That is so heartwarming, Linda, and very inspiring for me. This just made my day, thank you for sharing!
Wow! Best meatloaf I’ve ever had, for sure. It was so good that I couldn’t believe I made it, AND it was super easy!! 10/10 my new go-to recipe
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Hanna!
This was delicious. Best meatloaf I’ve ever had. Thank you!
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Tonyah!
Best meatloaf my husband and I ever had. I served with mashed potatoes and roasted okra, so delicious. Thanks for an amazing recipe.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Marta!
Came out great! Omitted the vinegar. Didn’t change anything else. Definitely saving this recipe!
Great to hear that you enjoyed this recipe, Wes!
this is the BEST meatloaf recipe anywhere! I made the loaf exactly as the recipe calls for, but for the glaze, I added some cinnamon and sweet paprika to the mix for a Mediterranean/Greek feel…..WOWZA!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Carol!
Super delish loved it a perfect family dinner. Served with mash and asparagus
Yum! That’s so great, Emily! This truly is the perfect recipe for a family dinner!
Hi Natasha,
This looks amazing.
We’ll be serving it up tonight!
As it’s just my wife and I, we’re hoping to adjusting for 3x1lb loaves.
What time would you recommend for a 1lb loaf?
Thank you!
–Ken
Hi Ken, it should work well with a 1 lb loaf, I haven’t tried it myself, but you’ll likely need to adjust your cook tie and pan size.
Delicious through and through. I can even get my fiancé to cancel plans by telling them “I’m gonna make meatloaf that night” and they don’t want to miss it. I do have to raise the cooking temperature though, not sure if anyone else has that issue but 1 hour at 375 doesn’t get the center to 165 degrees with my setup.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Stephen!
Worked out perfect for a first time! I have used regular bread crumbs (Italian) and some pasta sauce as well as ketchup, it all does not matter much and can create different interesting variations, easy to experiment.
Thank you for sharing your variations and great review!
I had leftover hamburger 85% meat from last night so I made meatloaf cups (meatloaf in a cupcake shape) for my hubby with the remaining meat. He wanted a simple reciple so I found Natasha’s recipe, tweaked it by adding a small green pepper diced, omitted the cloves and white vinegar (we don’t have them). He raved about how good it tasted more than once. This recipe is definitely a keeper, for sure! Thank you, Natasha!
Yum! I’m so glad this was a hit, Stephanie! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Stephanie, the recipes doesn’t call for cloves, it is “cloves of garlic”.
I haven’t tried your meatloaf recipe yet, but my family uses a recipe from a friend who had a catering business. The recipe asks for oatmeal instead of bread crumbs and shredded cheddar cheese. It gives the meatloaf a good moisture and extra little flavor with the cheese and does not dry out even couple days after. My family did not like meatloaf prior to that recipe.
Worth the try.
Oh, that’s an interesting idea! I’ll have to try that! Thank you for sharing, Ildi!
Hello. I was wondering if I could replace panko breadcrumbs for regular ones since they are quite expensive in my country. Also, could I bake it in a glass pan? Looking forward to making this recipe!
Hi Vicki, other breadcrumbs may work if you have them. One of our readers mentioned using past, here’s what they said: “I’ve made this recipe several times and my husband really liked it. But this time I was out of panko breadcrumbs. So I substituted an equal amount of quick oats.” I hope this helps.
This was an excellent recipe and my family enjoyed it so much!
Thank you!
That is the best when the family loves what we moms make. That’s so great!
Question…what do you think about doubling the glaze and putting a layer in the middle of the meatloaf and on the top? Has anyone tried it like that?
I read through the comments, and I’m not seeing anyone mentioning that. It does so interesting and delicious, though! If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe
I made this again tonight and it was the BOMB! It is hard living up to my Mother’s cooking from when I was a kid. I care for her now and she said this turned out really yummy! Thanks! Sorry I did not take a pic and tag it!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Shelley!
Well now you did it! My meatloaf hating daughter at 22 has now been converted thank to this recipe. Thank you!
WOW! That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
I just made the best meatloaf ever according to my family. Followed the recipe exactly with the addition of celery, green and red bell pepper, and a dash of worcestershire. Also added a teaspoon of mustard to the sauce. It was delicious. Thanks for sharing.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Making this recipe tonight. Can it be doubled for a large family ???
Hi Clara, I bet doubling it will work great! YOu will need to increase the bake time for a larger meatloaf.
Best meatloaf ever!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Anais!
Im cooking for only two. Can you suggest how to divide portions in advance and how to adjust cooking time/temp?
Hi Sharon, I’ve always made the full recipe, but you can definitely halve it. I imagine the time will decrease but not by much.
This meatloaf was amazing, I made it as written and it didn’t disappoint, even my picky husband loved it (and he is a real critic of meatloaf). I’ve never left a comment before (on any site) but I felt this was the time. I love to cook and search for inspiration on the internet daily, this site has given me so many great recipes that I thought I should thank you now. Thank you for your always amazing inspiration and truly great recipes!
Aww, that’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that thoughtful comment with me. I’m all smiles.
I tried this meatloaf recipe for the first time and it will not be the last! Everyone in my family enjoyed it.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Litishia!
Followed exactly which I rarely do- but Natasha is tried and true so I trust her! I’ve made this twice now, and sautéing the onions prior to mixing is crucial. The first time I didn’t and even though they were diced finely, they still had crunch. I prefer softened onions.
I also doubled to sauce because we’re a saucy family.
Yum! Thank you so much for sharing that with me, LeeAnne! I’m happy you enjoyed this recipe!
This is the second time I make this recipe and it came out delicious as always! I used a leaner meat and just adjusted the breadcrumbs and milk portions. Family favorite!
Hello Jacque, great to hear that this recipe was a hit! I’m happy with your feedback, thanks for sharing!
This was delicious! I had 1 pound beef and 1 pound pork and it turned out great!
Hello Brittany, great to hear that you loved this meatloaf recipe. Thank you for your review!
Just made this meatloaf tonight. It was so delicious. I didn’t use your glaze though. I used some sweet chili sauce on top. Thanks for the recipe.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, KC! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Nothing but absolutely fabulous, best meatloaf recipe ever. Printed and in the recipe box 🙂
That’s so great, TJ! This meatloaf is popular for a good reason, and I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
What if you don’t have white vinegar can you use something else
Hi Dani, I haven’t tested that but one of our readers mentioned great results using apple cider vinegar.
I used apple cider vinegar.
I’ve used balsamic because that’s what I had. Came out great. Also added mustard and Worcestershire.
That’s so great! Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Sheila!
Mustard
Question: Would I be able to substitute a pound of ground turkey for one of the pounds of ground beef?? I’m on the fence of whether or not that would work and need help deciding, thanks in advance.
Hi Kristen, 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.
Very similar to a meatloaf my mother in law made. She had a sweet red sauce on top as well, with brown sugar and ketchup. This was just as good and I have measurements now. She was not one to measure; (dash, dollop, sprinkle, scoop, ect…)
This recipe does make quite a bit, but I only cook half and freeze the other half to cook another day. We do not eat a lot of leftovers, although one could get creative with the leftovers.
Hello Monica, thanks for dropping by and sharing your review with us. I’m glad that this is close to your mother in laws’ recipe which you enjoyed!
This is the best meatloaf I have ever made. My “kids” (35 years old, lol) request it often.
Hello Charlene, that’s nice to know. I’m happy to know that this is one of their favorites!
Love love love and will totally make again! I used Heinz ketchup which is already sweet so next time I’m going to cut back on brown sugar!! This meatloaf was a hit and will be my forever recipe.
So great to hear that worked well! That would be a good idea, I think it will be perfect for your taste on your next try. Thanks for your review, Hope!
my comment is a question,when I check the temp of my meatloaf why are the end temps 30 f higher than the center?
Hi John, the outside of meat/recipes, in general, bake quicker and first compared to the center.
the heat comes in from the outside and works its way in…. think about that for a minute.. if you jump into a bonfire, your outsides burns first and works it’s way in
Because your meat is touching 3 sides of the pan that are conducting heat.
Its my go to!! Thanks Natasha 🙂
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Gee!
Great recipe! One problem, though: The juice soaked through the parchment paper and it was useless. Kleenex would have worked as well.
Hi Ken, it sounds like the liquid got under the parchment paper. If your pan is a good non-stick pan, that would work without parchment, but it does make it easier to serve and remove using parchment paper.
Absolutely delicious!! I can’t wait to make it again this week! My family LOVED it! and the glaze was delicious! I substituted the brown sugar with stevia since my family and I try our best to avoid real sugar. With the stevia, the glaze was delicious! I’m wondering if I can substitute the ground beef for ground turkey or a mix of ground beef and turkey? Thank you Natasha!
Hello Gabby, that is perfect! I’m glad stevia worked, thanks for sharing that with us. I’m sure a lot would like to try this alternative too.
Great suggestion to cook the onion first. My mother was a great cook but one thing she made that I didn’t like was meatloaf because she didn’t cook the onion first. This was my introduction to heartburn.
Glad you liked that, Wayne!
The best tasting glaze ever. And it’s super simple. Thanks ♥
Thanks for your wonderful comments and feedback!
The Meatloaf Recipe with the Best Glaze was absolutely delicious! I’m adding the recipe to my recipe file. The only change I made was I added 3 or 4 more garlic cloves to the meatloaf. I would highly recommend this recipe!
Awesome and thank you for your fantastic feedback! I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe.
This was fantastic. I haven’t had meatloaf in such a long time and will be sure to make this again. The flavor was so good and really loved the sauce on top. Hubby approved of it as well!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
Going to make this right now! Making mashed potatoes as a side and also having green beans and corn with it. This will be my first time making meatloaf. My mom used to make it when we were younger and I miss it so much.
I hope you love this recipe, Melody! I look forward to your feedback!
Delicious!
Thanks, Sarah for your good feedback!
Can you half this recipe. I have a family of 3 and I’m the only one who eats leftovers
Hi Jenelle, I haven’t tried halving the recipe, but that should work fine halved. I hope you love it.
This will be my only meatloaf recipe from here on out! So tasty and moist, just perfect!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Gabi!
I only have 2 lbs of 93% lean ground beef is that going to be ok for this recipe or will it be dry?
Hi Whitney, you want to use ground beef that is 85% or 90% lean meat. 93% may work here, but it will be dry.
This meatloaf was awesome! The glaze was so good on it. We had it tonight! Yummy!!!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Jan! The glaze is our favorite!
Hi, I’m Antoinette, I made this recipe for my family and it was great. Just saying Thank You Tip I substituted the eggs for molasses
I made this meat loaf last night and it was so good. The topping was perfect for this meat loaf. I will keep this one and make it again. Thank you for all of your recipes.
You’re very welcome, Pauline! Happy to hear that you loved this meatloaf recipe.
I find the the meat texture was very soft and in general it was very tasty
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
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!
I made this meatloaf last night and it was a hit! My boyfriend loved it as well although he wasn’t too much a fan of the sweet sauce (yet his plate was clean). I did add garlic & onion powder. Also, is there a way to make the sauce less sweet? Overall, this recipe is great and will continue to use. 😁
Hi Taj, great to hear that you both loved this meatloaf. You may cut back on sugar to make it less sweet!
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.
I have to take back my review as the next day when I microwaved a couple of slices it was delicious, I will make it again as it’s nice as a burger filling.
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.