15-Minute Prep Meatloaf: Easy Recipe With Pantry Staples

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This quick and easy-to-prepare Meatloaf recipe using simple pantry staples has the best sweet, smoky, and tangy ketchup glaze ever! Minimal cleanup and prep time make it ideal for busy weeknights or advance preparation, and meatloaf is always a crowd-pleaser!

15-Minute Prep Meatloaf

Ingredients For Ketchup-Glazed Meatloaf

  • Ground beef
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Egg
  • Milk
  • Paprika
  • Mustard powder
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper
  • Ketchup
  • Deli mustard
  • Brown sugar
  • Smoked paprika
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Apple cider vinegar

15-Minute Prep Meatloaf

How To Make 15-Minute Prep Glazed Meatloaf

  1. In a large bowl, using your hands, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper to taste, until mixed, but don’t overmix it.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375 F and line a baking sheet with foil.
  3. Free-form the meat into a loaf shape and place on the baking sheet.
  4. Prepare the glaze: in a small bowl combine the ketchup, deli mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, and paprika.

Brush the meatloaf with ⅓ of the glaze and bake for 60-75 mins or until the juices from the meat run clean and the meatloaf is no longer pink in the center. Baste the meatloaf twice more during the baking time.

Can I Make Meatloaf Ahead Of Time?

You can prepare the meat one day ahead, and refrigerate it in an airtight container. Glaze and bake when ready to serve.

How Should I Store Leftovers?

Let the meatloaf cool completely, and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

15-Minute Prep Meatloaf: Easy Recipe With Pantry Staples

Minimal cleanup and prep time make this meatloaf ideal for busy weeknights or advance preparation, and the glaze is to die for!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 SERVINGS
Calories: 395kcal
Author: Kathy

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Small bowl
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the meatloaf:

  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 2 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the glaze:

  • cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp deli mustard
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, using your hands, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Do not over mix.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 F and line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Free-form the meat into a loaf shape and place on the baking sheet.
  • Prepare the glaze: in a small bowl combine the ketchup, deli mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, and paprika.
  • Brush the meatloaf with ⅓ of the glaze and bake for 60-75 mins or until the juices from the meat run clean and the meatloaf is no longer pink in the center. Baste the meatloaf twice more during the baking time.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 524mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 19mg

Frequently Asked Questions about Meatloaf recipe

1. What Type Of Ground Beef Is Best For Meatloaf?

A little fat provides moisture and flavor, so meat containing 20% fat is good for meatloaf.

2. Can I Substitute The Breadcrumbs?

If you don’t have them on hand, you can use crushed crackers or even oats!

3. How Can I Tell When My Meatloaf Is Fully Cooked?

If you own a meat thermometer, the internal temperature of the meat should reach 160 F. Also, when poked, the juices should run clear.

4. My Meatloaf Seems Too Wet Or Dry. What Can I Do?

If it seems too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs, and if it seems too dry, add a bit more milk.

5. Can I Add Vegetables To My Meatloaf?

Yes! It is the perfect place to sneak in some finely chopped bell peppers, carrots, onions, or celery!

6. How Can I Prevent My Meatloaf From Sticking To The Foil?

Brush the foil with a little oil or use parchment paper instead.

7. Can I Substitute The Ketchup For Something Else?

You can use BBQ sauce, teriyaki sauce, or tomato sauce.

8. Is Meatloaf Freezer-Friendly?

It is! You can either freeze it cooked or uncooked. Just wrap it tightly in two layers of plastic wrap and one of foil, and freeze for up to 4 months. When ready to cook or serve, let it thaw out in the fridge overnight.

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