The Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe

I used mushroom seasoning instead of salt, in the same quantity, and left out the parsley and sugar, and skipped the glaze entirely. My partner and I were both pleased with the results. The mushroom seasoning probably has MSG in it, but my, how it enhanced the flavor without making it taste salty! Oh, and I sauteed the onion in avocado oil and added the oil with the cooled onion. It still tasted pretty sweet, so maybe next time, I omit the ketchup. I know it sounds like I pretty much skipped the recipe, but I believe the spirit of it was there, if not every particular detail. Like with meatballs, the panade from the milk, egg, and bread crumbs keeps the meat moist at any serving temperature. There are just two of us, so meatloaf sandwiches for lunch today. They were phenomenal. I had mine with dill pickles, sliced tomatoes, mustard, and mayo on whole wheat bread. I might make it just for the sandwiches the next day, they were that good.

I used 1/2 lbs venison and 1/2 lbs hamburger, and it was really good. The sauce was a little too sweet for me, so I'll cut it in half next time.

Made with 1lb venison and 1.5 lb beef Crushed Italian croutons instead of breadcrumbs & added a little mild bbq to the topping

Added an itailian sausage links & added red bell pepper

Onions should be minced or sauteed - still a little crunchy. Could use more salt/acid. Took about 75 minutes to cook.

It had a good flavor, maybe a little overpowering sweet but good. Recommend sautéed onions and garlic. Going to try that next time along with 2.5lbs of beef instead of 1.5lbs

Pretty good! Might be able to use a tad more seasoning. Used Portland Ketchup for the top.

Made this but used 1 lb beef and 1 lb pork which made it really moist. Definitely worth keeping this recipe.

Stuck to the recipe and my husband loved this. I don't eat meat so maybe next time I will try thus with Beyond Beef and some vegetables.

I shredded the onion ononion on a box grater and used a combo of pork and beef. The glaze is similar to an old base bbq sauce. It works but would tweak it a bit and add some more salt and some thyme.

It was really good, I added some bell peppers to it and that kicked it up a notch. I will make it again

Just okay - will try another recipe next time

Needs a bit longer than 55mins in the oven. Was still too wet.

Used onion powder instead of chopped onion, since I was serving a very picky child

Wasn’t bad but also I’ve had much better

Wow! I added red pepper, green pepper, a zucchini and mushrooms. I doubled the recipe with a little bit less meat because of the veggies. It was very soupy but turned out so moist! I used a 9x13 and it cooked in around 30 mins. I cooked it to temp 160. I used a MAPLE KETCHUP red vinegar and Worcestershire for the rolling. I think the maple ketchup was the magic to this!

I didn’t add the glaze.

Easily the best tasting meatloaf that we've ever had! So delicious and moist! Follow the recipe and you can't go wrong. Only things I changed was, I used Panko crumbs and instead of red wine vinegar, I used balsamic. Just used a little less. Added sweetness. The recipe is perfection. I doubled the recipe since my fam loves meatloaf.

I used crushed pork rinds instead of bread crumbs. This was delicious, and I will definitely make it again

This meatloaf came out so moist and delicious. I decided to wrap mine in bacon blanket. 🥓 Paired well with some lemon pepper green beans. Can't wait for tomorrow's meatloaf sandwiches.

Oo difficult to get measurements right when changing serving sizes

For more servings, increase meat to 1.5 lbs - 2 lbs, or use less breadcrumbs, maybe 1/2 to 3/4 C. Increase salt to 1 tsp or 1.5 tsp if using 2 lbs of meat and increase worcestershire and other seasonings accordingly.

Instead of parsley, I used homemade Italian seasoning. Since we ran out of Worsheshire Sauce, I substituted it with soy sauce. I used one cup creama and one cup milk. I used a red onion instead. I pretty much improvised when I was lacking something. My teenager: I don't like YOUR meatloaf. Ew... Me: Seriously? I haven't even made meatloaf before... My teenager: yes you had a long time ago and it was disgusting... Me: Thanks, child My teenager got seconds! 😂🤣 so I guess it wasn't that gross after all. 😂🤣

We liked this. Next time I’ll try putting more vegetables in, like spinach / carrots. It’d also be interesting to add some heat to give it a kick. Maybe red pepper flakes. Or chili powder. Might see what a dash of cumin would do.

-used ground turkey, 20oz instead of 16oz -needed half the sauce, increased salt to account for increase in meat -added Worcestershire sauce to the topping as well -cooked to internal temp of 155 -usually double recipe

I substituted honey for the red wine vinegar. Soo good

Nice and moist, flavourful meatloaf. Will make it again..

I followed the recipe part for the most. Added meatloaf seasoning packet and Italian seasoned bread crumbs and it turned out great.

This was very moist. The sauce was lovely

Add mustard and brown sugar to the meat mixture, too.

Exchanges: tomato juice for milk; 1 cup oatmeal for breadcrumbs

Smidge too moist maybe a smidge less milk? And maybe add more/some kind of seasoning?

I wasn’t sure how it was going to come out since this was my first time, but it came out awesome!!

I would make it again with less bread crumbs.

Swapped out a quarter of the ketchup for BBQ sauce, it was delicious!

Wife really liked the sauce ontop and I had to make more each time she made up leftovers

Was really simple to make. Tasted great hubby loved it

used 1lb impossible meat as substitute, came out delicious!

Skipped the parsley and the red wine vinegar. It was very good. Also i only used 1 tbsp of brown sugar because my husband doesn't like the topping to sweet. Will definitely make again.

Really good. Will make great meatloaf sandwiches!

Tasted good even doubling the recipe.

Pretty good I just wish it was a bit firmer. Also maybe some more seasoning.

I used a meatloaf mix from Wegmans with beef, veal and pork. Added a little steak seasoning because we didn’t have Worcestershire. Turned out moist and packed with flavor!

My whole family loves this recipe!

I've made this a few times now and it is soo juicy. New favorite recipe.

An easy favorite

This is THE best meatloaf recipe I’ve found, and I’ve tried a lot. Husband and toddler approved 👌

This is a very good meatloaf recipe (I've probably tried 40 different recipes over the past 20 years, so I have some experience in these matters). It's moist, flavorful, easy-to-make, and it comes together and is ready for the oven in just a few minutes. I used half-pound of ground turkey and half-pound of ground pork, because that's what I had in the fridge, and it was quite delicious. My one suggestion: don't go overboard with the breadcrumbs! I used slightly less than 1 cup and it seemed perfect for the amount of meat. Also, this does NOT make 10 servings! More like 4-5 adult-size portions. Recommended!

Super easy and absolutely delicious! My husband ate half! Kids loved it

Used panko crumbs (less salt) and my usual tomato paste with red wine and seasonings for the top instead of ketchup. Never would have thought of adding milk, but was definitely not dry and tasted good. I will definitely use this loaf recipe as a base. I tend to change up my top sauces, and one I like to do is roasted garlic with tomato paste and red wine smashed and mixed into a paste, topped with rosemary.

I blend everything but breadcrumbs and meat in q blender, but make sure I work that mixture with my hands for good long time. Then I build it up Alton Brown style over a small cookie sheet that drains into a pan, and it bakes into a beauty that my kids devour within a dinner (1lbs of meat) and a lunch (2lbs of meat). Serve with canned corn and mashed potatoes with side of spiced cucumber slices.

Yep, this has ousted the previous oat-based meatloaf recipe in our household. Use unseasoned breadcrumbs unless you are craving a salt bomb.

My favorite meatloaf! Summer I put it on the smoker so my house doesn't heat up.

I am French so it is a new recipe. I am a meat lover so had to try. It is absolutely delicious! I use a lean minced beef that I buy at my butcher.

Try with 2 lbs meat, 1/2 cup crumbs

I have used this recipe dozens of times, but use for reference rather than following the measurements for the seasonings. I double or quadruple the seasonings and it comes out great. (I use 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 T Worcester, 3 T parsley, 1 t garlic powder, and add 1 t mustard) I started making four mini loaves too for extra crispy edges. Also can swap out the glaze for brown gravy to switch things up!

Make extra sauce to serve with

Less onions