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Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe

Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 medium onion finely grated
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • ¾ cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Silicone brush
  • Oven

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a loaf pan, making sure your meatloaf bakes evenly and releases easily later.
    Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe Step 1 Prepare the Oven
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and grated onion until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined.
    Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe Step 2 Mix the Wet Ingredients
Step 3: Add Seasonings and Breadcrumbs
  1. Stir breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and black pepper into the bowl until evenly distributed throughout.
    Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe Step 3 Add Seasonings and Breadcrumbs
Step 4: Combine with Ground Beef
  1. Add ground beef to the prepared mixture, then gently fold everything together until just combined without overmixing.
    Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe Step 4 Combine with Ground Beef
Step 5: Shape and Glaze
  1. Transfer the meat mixture into your loaf pan, shape evenly, then spread the prepared glaze across the top.
    Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe Step 5 Shape and Glaze
Step 6: Bake, Rest, and Serve
  1. Bake until fully cooked, let the recipe rest for ten minutes, then slice and serve warm.
    Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe Step 6 Bake, Rest, and Serve

Notes

Letting the loaf rest after baking keeps every slice firm, juicy, and easier to serve.