Garlic Parmesan Meatloaf (Print View)
Tender beef loaf with garlic and Parmesan, ready in 70 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Meat & Dairy
01 - 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 ratio recommended)
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/2 cup whole milk
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
05 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
07 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
→ Binders
08 - 1 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
→ Seasonings
09 - 1 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
11 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
12 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Topping
13 - 1/2 cup tomato sauce or ketchup
14 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan with cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, 1 cup Parmesan cheese, milk, garlic, onion, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes. Mix gently with clean hands or a spoon until just combined—avoid overmixing to prevent tough texture.
03 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and shape into an even loaf, approximately 9x5 inches, or press firmly into a loaf pan.
04 - Spread the tomato sauce or ketchup evenly over the top surface, then sprinkle with the remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese.
05 - Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F when measured with a meat thermometer inserted into the center.
06 - Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The garlic and Parmesan create this incredible savory crust that people will think you spent hours perfecting
- Leftovers, if you somehow have them, make the most satisfying sandwich youll ever eat for lunch
02 -
- Overmixing makes meatloaf tough and dense, gently fold everything together until just combined
- The resting period is non negotiable, cutting too early releases all the moisture you worked so hard to keep in
03 -
- Line your baking sheet with foil under the parchment for easier cleanup
- Mix the topping ingredients in a small bowl first for more even distribution