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Close-up of a sliced Top Notch Meatloaf Recipe, glazed with a rich, glossy sauce and sprinkled with herbs.

Top Notch Meatloaf Recipe With Juicy Flavor

This recipe delivers a flavorful and juicy meatloaf, a comforting classic perfect for family dinners. It uses simple techniques to achieve a restaurant-quality taste.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Soaking time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 2 lb ground beef preferably not lean
  • 4 slices fresh bread food processed
  • 1/3 cup beef broth I used Better Than Bouillon Beef Base
  • 1.5 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 pinch ground thyme
  • 2 pinches dry parsley
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cups red onion diced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Brown Sugar Glaze
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 4 tbsp light brown sugar about 4-5 tablespoons
  • 2 tsp pepper optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • aluminum foil
  • skillet
  • Bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place a baking sheet filled with water on the bottom rack of the oven.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced red onion and cook until softened, about 6-8 minutes. Add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Mix gently and let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. In another bowl, mix ketchup, pepper, and brown sugar for the glaze. Set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, seasonings, salt, and pepper. Add the breadcrumb mixture, cooled onions, and garlic. Gently mix everything together.
  6. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Pour half of the ketchup glaze over the loaf. Place the meatloaf on the rack above the water pan in the oven.
  7. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Cover the meatloaf with the remaining glaze and serve.

Notes

For easier cleanup, you can line the baking sheet with parchment paper. The water pan in the oven helps keep the meatloaf moist.

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