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Easy Classic Beef Meatloaf with the Best Tomato Glaze

Classic Beef Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup Milk
  • 2 Eggs Large
  • 0.5 cup Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 0.75 cup Ketchup For glaze
  • 3 tbsp Brown sugar For glaze
  • 1 tbsp White vinegar For glaze
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish
  • 4 cups Mashed potatoes Prepared, for serving
  • 12 oz Green beans Steamed, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet or 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, then add milk, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Gently mix the ground beef into the breadcrumb mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Shape the beef mixture into a 9x5 inch loaf on the prepared baking sheet or press evenly into the loaf pan. Bake for 40 minutes.
  • While the meatloaf bakes, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and white vinegar in a small bowl to create the glaze.
  • Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the tomato glaze evenly over the top and sides. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve alongside mashed potatoes and steamed green beans.