There is nothing quite like the aroma of homemade meatloaf wafting through the kitchen to signal that dinner is ready. This hearty dish combines tender ground beef with aromatic onions, fresh parsley, and soft bread crumbs soaked in milk for a moist texture. The addition of beaten eggs binds it all together, while a generous dusting of salt and pepper ensures every bite is flavorful. Topped with savory bacon strips that render slightly during baking, this loaf offers a perfect balance of richness and comfort. It’s an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special enough for Sunday supper, pairing wonderfully with mashed potatoes or simple green beans. Simple ingredients come together to create a nostalgic family favorite that everyone will love.
Meat Loaf
Description
There is nothing quite like the aroma of homemade meatloaf wafting through the kitchen to signal that dinner is ready. This hearty dish combines tender ground beef with aromatic onions, fresh parsley, and soft bread crumbs soaked in milk for a moist texture. The addition of beaten eggs binds it all together, while a generous dusting of salt and pepper ensures every bite is flavorful. Topped with savory bacon strips that render slightly during baking, this loaf offers a perfect balance of richness and comfort. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special enough for Sunday supper, pairing wonderfully with mashed potatoes or simple green beans. Simple ingredients come together to create a nostalgic family favorite that everyone will love.Ingredients
Directions
-
Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
-
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, parsley, bread crumbs, beaten eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
-
Mix the ingredients gently but thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
-
Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down firmly and smoothing the top with a spatula or wet hands.
-
Lay the bacon strips across the top of the meatloaf, overlapping them slightly to cover the surface.
-
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160ðF (71ðC) and the bacon is crispy.
-
Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing to allow it to set and hold its shape.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1496.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 84.9g131%
- Saturated Fat 30.0g150%
- Cholesterol 410.2mg137%
- Sodium 99834.2mg4160%
- Total Carbohydrate 67.3g23%
- Dietary Fiber 10.9g44%
- Sugars 4.6g
- Protein 114.4g229%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
