Mouthwatering Garlic Parmesan Meatloaf Recipe: Juicy 60-Minute Family Favorite
A juicy, savory meatloaf loaded with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese, finished with a buttery garlic topping. Comforting, flavorful, and ready in an hour.
Ingredients
2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
½ cup milk
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 small onion, grated
3–4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
Topping:
2 tbsp butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp parsley
2–3 tbsp grated Parmesan (for topping)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Line loaf pan or baking sheet.
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Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 2–3 minutes.
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Add beef, eggs, Parmesan, onion, garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
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Shape into loaf in pan. Bake 45–50 minutes.
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Melt butter with garlic and parsley. Brush on loaf at 40-minute mark.
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Sprinkle extra Parmesan on top. Bake 10–15 more minutes (until 160°F internal temp).
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Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Avoid overmixing for tender texture. Stuff with cheese for a variation. Freeze leftovers for easy meals.