The Best Classic Meatloaf Recipe (Step-by-Step) | HowToCook.Recipes

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats add fiber, while crushed crackers can be a cost-effective filler.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: tomato puree

💰Cheaper: homemade sauce

Tomato puree has less sugar, and homemade sauce can be made from pantry staples.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal can bind ingredients while reducing cholesterol.

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Spray a loaf pan with nonstick spray and set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, diced onion, 4 tbsp ketchup, parsley, milk, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and salt to taste. Mix until well combined.

Place meatloaf mixture into prepared loaf pan. Bake at 375°F for 40 minutes.

In a small mixing bowl, mix 1 cup ketchup, brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined. Spread the meatloaf with the glaze when it has 10 minutes left to bake.

Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes. Top with fresh parsley and enjoy.

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