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Mouthwatering Garlic Parmesan Meatloaf Recipe – A Flavor-Packed Family Favorite

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A juicy meatloaf infused with roasted garlic, Italian herbs, and Parmesan cheese, finished with a buttery garlic-Parmesan crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals.

Ingredients

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For the meatloaf:

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (80/20)

  • 3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 small onion, finely diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced or roasted

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Olive oil for sautéing

Garlic Parmesan Topping:

  • 2 tbsp melted butter

  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.

  2. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft. Let cool.

  3. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  4. Gently mix and shape into a loaf on the prepared sheet.

  5. Bake for 30 minutes.

  6. Mix topping ingredients and brush over meatloaf. Sprinkle extra Parmesan on top.

  7. Bake another 15–20 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F.

  8. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use mozzarella stuffing or bacon wrapping for variations. Store leftovers up to 4 days. Freeze cooked or uncooked.