An easy Meatloaf recipe that is quick to put together. This recipe makes 2 loaves. Serve one and freeze the other for another day
An easy meatloaf recipe is only easy if you use great ingredients in the right proportion. This recipe is all of that and is one that we make over and over.
John came home the other day and told me about a conversation he had with a friend of ours.
This friend of ours lost his wife not long ago. She was a great person and took care of a lot of the cooking.
Our friend told John that he had tried making meatloaf, and it wasn’t any good. I decided it was time to make my Easy Meatloaf recipe.
I grew up eating meatloaf. It is one of those dishes that every family had on their table.
Another thing that I remember is that most of the time it was swimming in grease, and drowned in gravy, ketchup or both. Yuck! I’m feeling a little sick just thinking about it.
We love meatloaf and I’ve made many meatloaves over the years, some better than others.
This recipe is the one I make most of the time now. I use Italian bread crumbs which add flavor but don’t draw all of the moisture from the meat and bake them on a broiler pan so the grease will drain, and the whole loaf gets a beautiful crust.
There are so many great ways to make meatloaf. Here are a few more recipes you may like
- Cheesy Meatloaf Minis
- Cheddar Stuffed Meatballs
- Chicken Parm Meatballs
- Mexican Meatballs
- Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf
- Turkey Meatball Appetizer
Don’t have time to make it now? Pin it for later!
This meatloaf is easy and delicious. Making two loaves, you can serve a large group or put one in the freezer for another day.
This recipe also makes delicious meatballs! I get 14 good-sized meatballs per loaf.
This meatloaf makes great leftovers. Do you eat leftovers? My weekly meal plans count on leftovers!
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Natalie
Tuesday 1st of March 2016
Meatloaf is always a favourite around our house. And you can't beat a good ketchup topping ;) This looks delicious, Julie!
Julie Menghini
Tuesday 1st of March 2016
Thank you Natalie!
Suzanne
Tuesday 1st of March 2016
Love meatloaf Julie I know where I will be hanging out, thank you for bringing this.
Julie Menghini
Tuesday 1st of March 2016
Thank you Suzanne! With the new gravatar I had to read the blog title to make sure it was you!
petra08
Monday 29th of February 2016
Meatloaf is always a favourite and what a lovely one you made and with a glaze as well, yum! :)
Julie Menghini
Monday 29th of February 2016
Thank you Petra! I really appreciate you stopping by!
Jhuls
Saturday 27th of February 2016
What a wonderful idea to use broiler pan. I have only heard of Japanese breadcrumbs, I wonder how it differs from the Italian one. The meatloaves look so delicious, Julie. Thanks for sharing such great recipe. :) Happy FF! x
Julie Menghini
Saturday 27th of February 2016
Thank you Jhuls! Italian bread crumbs are pretty fine and are seasoned with Italian seasonings. I use them a lot because they are flavorful. Enjoy your weekend and thank you for stopping by!