Classic Meatloaf

The Eagle Report

August 22, 2025

Serves 4
Total time 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

  1. 1 and a half pounds ground beef
  2. Two thirds cup breadcrumbs
  3. 1 medium onion, diced
  4. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  5. 2 large eggs
  6. Half cup milk
  7. 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  8. 1 and a quarter cups ketchup, divided
  9. 1 teaspoon salt
  10. Half teaspoon black pepper
  11. 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl mix beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, Worcestershire, half cup ketchup, salt, pepper, and parsley until combined.
  3. Shape into a loaf and place in the pan.
  4. Spread the remaining ketchup over the top.
  5. Bake for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature is 160 F.
  6. Rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips

  1. Add shredded carrots or zucchini for extra moisture.
  2. Leftovers make great sandwiches the next day.
  3. Try half beef and half pork for richer flavor.