Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or mix with pork/turkey)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 2 eggs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional glaze: garlic butter or marinara sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic, Parmesan, milk, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape Loaf: Transfer mixture to a parchment-lined loaf pan or shape freehand on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45–55 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Optional Glaze: Brush with garlic butter or marinara during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Rest & Slice: Let loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain juiciness.
Notes
- Prevent dryness by not overmixing the meat.
- For extra flavor, top with garlic butter or marinara.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Freeze leftovers wrapped tightly in foil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg