10/19/2026
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Easy Meatloaf Recipes
Loaded Mashed Potato Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
Serves 8 | Bake Time 1 hour 10 minutes
How to Make: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion soup mix, eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing gently until combined. Shape into a loaf and place in the prepared dish. Bake for 50–60 minutes until the center reaches 160°F (71°C). Spread the warm mashed potatoes evenly over the meatloaf, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, and return to the oven for 5–10 minutes until the cheese melts. Top with crispy crumbled bacon and chopped chives. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
French Onion Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 packet (1 oz) French onion soup mix
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- ½ cup beef broth
- ½ tsp black pepper
Serves 8 | Bake Time 1 hour 10 minutes
How to Make: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook sliced onions for 15–20 minutes until golden and caramelized. Stir in beef broth and simmer for 2 minutes, then set aside. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, French onion soup mix, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, and a few spoonfuls of caramelized onions. Mix gently, shape into a loaf, and place in the baking dish. Bake for 55–65 minutes until the center reaches 160°F (71°C). Sprinkle Swiss cheese over the meatloaf and return to the oven for 5 minutes until melted. Spoon the remaining caramelized onions and sauce over the top, rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
Cheesy Baked Parmesan Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Serves 8 | Bake Time 1 hour 10 minutes
How to Make: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until combined, then shape into a loaf and place in the prepared dish. Spread half of the marinara sauce over the top and bake for 55–65 minutes until the center reaches 160°F (71°C). Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the meatloaf, sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese, and return to the oven for 5–10 minutes until melted and lightly golden. Garnish with chopped parsley and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Serves 8 | Bake Time 1 hour 10 minutes
How to Make: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, onion soup mix, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing gently without overworking the meat. Shape into a loaf and place in the prepared dish. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard until smooth. Spread half of the glaze over the meatloaf and bake for 45 minutes. Brush the remaining glaze over the top and continue baking for 15–25 minutes until the center reaches 160°F (71°C) and the glaze becomes thick and glossy. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
Serves 8 | Bake Time 1 hour 10 minutes
How to Make: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, ¼ cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently, shape into a loaf, and place in the prepared dish. Spread the remaining ¼ cup ketchup over the top and bake for 55–65 minutes until the center reaches 160°F (71°C). Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meatloaf and return to the oven for 5 minutes until melted. Top with crispy chopped bacon, let rest for 10 minutes, and slice into thick portions before serving.
Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 packet (1 oz) Lipton onion soup mix
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup beef broth
Serves 8 | Bake Time 1 hour 10 minutes
How to Make: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Lipton onion soup mix, eggs, milk, ¼ cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently, shape into a loaf, and spread the remaining ketchup over the top. Bake for 55–70 minutes until the center reaches 160°F (71°C). Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook sliced onions for 15–20 minutes until softened and golden brown. Pour in beef broth and simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly reduced into a savory onion sauce. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes, then spoon the caramelized onions and sauce over the top before slicing and serving.
