Ingredients
Ground Beef (80/20 lean), 2 pounds
Large Egg, 1
Panko Breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup
Milk, 1/4 cup
Yellow Onion, finely chopped, 1/2 cup
Green Bell Pepper, finely chopped, 1/2 cup
Garlic, minced, 4 cloves
Parmesan Cheese, grated, 1/2 cup
Fresh Parsley, chopped, 2 tablespoons
Worcestershire Sauce, 1 tablespoon
Ketchup (for glaze), 1/2 cup
Brown Sugar (for glaze), 2 tablespoons
Dijon Mustard (for glaze), 1 teaspoon
Salt, 1 teaspoon
Black Pepper, 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: Heat a small amount of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together egg, milk, and Worcestershire sauce.
4. Step 4: Add panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper to the wet mixture. Stir in the cooled sautéed vegetables. Mix until just combined.
5. Step 5: Add ground beef. Using your hands, gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Step 6: Transfer mixture to the prepared loaf pan or shape into an oblong loaf on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Press gently to remove air pockets.
7. Step 7: In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard for the glaze.
8. Step 8: Brush about half of the glaze over the meatloaf. Bake for 45 minutes.
9. Step 9: Remove from oven, brush with remaining glaze. Return to oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
10. Step 10: Let meatloaf rest in pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Slice and serve.
Notes
For best results, use 80/20 ground beef to ensure moisture. Do not overmix to avoid a dense texture. Sautéing aromatics enhances flavor. Let meatloaf rest before slicing to redistribute juices. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in oven at 300°F (150°C) covered with foil for best results.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
