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Easy Meatloaf with No Breadcrumbs (Gluten-Free & Juicy)

Easy Meatloaf with No Breadcrumbs (Gluten-Free & Juicy)

A tender breadcrumb-free meatloaf made with ground beef, eggs, milk, ketchup, onion, garlic, and classic seasonings. A ketchup-brown sugar glaze adds a sweet, tangy finish to this comforting gluten-free dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf
  • 2 lb (907 g) Ground beef, preferably 80–85% lean
  • 1 medium Medium yellow onion, very finely diced
  • 2 eggs Large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) Milk
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) Ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika, optional
Glaze
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) Ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow or Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, optional

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment, or lightly grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.
  3. Add the finely diced onion and ground beef. Mix gently with clean hands or a fork just until the ingredients are incorporated, taking care not to compact the mixture.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into an approximately 9 × 5-inch loaf on the prepared baking sheet, or place it in a lightly greased loaf pan.
  5. Stir together the glaze ingredients. Spread about two-thirds of the glaze over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 55–70 minutes, adding the remaining glaze during the last 10–15 minutes if desired. Continue cooking until the center reaches 160°F (71°C).
  7. Rest the meatloaf for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite vegetable and potato sides.

Notes

Use 80–85% lean beef for the best balance of moisture and flavor. For strict gluten-free cooking, verify that the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, seasonings, and packaged ground meat are certified gluten-free.