Garlic Parmesan Meatloaf Recipe Delivers Mouthwatering Comfort in Every Bite
This Garlic Parmesan Meatloaf is tender, juicy, and packed with bold flavor—featuring fresh garlic, shredded Parmesan, and a savory topping that crisps up perfectly in the oven.
Ingredients
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2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
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¾ cup breadcrumbs
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½ cup milk
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2 eggs
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½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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1 small onion, grated or finely chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp pepper
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Topping:
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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1 tbsp melted butter
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1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
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In a small bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes.
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In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumb mixture, eggs, Parmesan, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined.
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Shape into a loaf on a lined sheet pan or place in a loaf pan.
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Mix topping ingredients and spread over the loaf.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 50–60 minutes or until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a glazed finish, spread ketchup over the top in the final 15 minutes. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days.