Mom's Meat Loaf Recipe

Meat Loaf Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat Oven

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Mix Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

3. 3

   Shape the Loaf

   Transfer the meat mixture into a loaf pan or shape it into a loaf on a baking sheet. Ensure it is evenly shaped for even cooking.

4. 4

   Prepare Topping

   In a small bowl, mix together ketchup and brown sugar until smooth. Spread this topping evenly over the meat loaf.

5. 5

   Bake the Meat Loaf

   Place the meat loaf in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) and the top is caramelized.

6. 6

   Rest and Slice

   Once baked, remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute and keeps the loaf moist.