Savory Oven-Baked Meatloaf with Herb-Infused Glaze

Ingredients

- 1 ½ pounds ground meat (beef, pork, or a mix)
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Additional parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.

2. Prepare the Meat Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic. Mix until well-incorporated.

3. Add Flavors and Bind Ingredients:
Add the soy sauce, egg, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or clean hands until the egg and soy sauce are evenly distributed.

4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the bread crumbs to the mixture, ensuring they are evenly mixed. Finally, fold in the chopped parsley.

5. Shape the Meatloaf:
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Shape it into a loaf, approximately 8 inches long by 4 inches wide.

6. Bake the Meatloaf:
Place the meatloaf in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

7. Rest and Serve:
Once baked, allow the meatloaf to rest for about 10 minutes. This will help the juices redistribute, ensuring a moist meatloaf. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired before slicing and serving.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT20M
20 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT50M
50 minutes

Total Time

- PT1H10M
1 hour and 10 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 1800

Keywords

- Meatloaf
- Dinner
- Oven-baked
- Ground meat
- Savory
- Comfort food
- Easy recipe
- Family meal
- Homestyle
- Glaze

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