Great-Grandmother's Old-Fashioned Meatloaf: The Recipe That Keeps Getting Requested

Great-Grandmother's Old-Fashioned Meatloaf: The Recipe That Keeps Getting Requested

There is something truly magical about a recipe that travels through generations and still manages to stop someone in their tracks the very first time they taste it. This meatloaf was discovered tucked inside the worn pages of a great-grandmother's old cookbook, and the moment it came out of the oven, it instantly transported a husband back to his childhood kitchen. Now it earns a regular spot on the dinner table every single month — and honestly, once you make it, you'll understand why.

With a beautifully caramelized, golden-brown crust and a tender, herb-flecked interior, this is the kind of meatloaf that reminds you why comfort food never goes out of style. It's simple, honest, and deeply satisfying — everything a home-cooked meal should be.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground pork (or a mix of pork and beef)
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
• 1/3 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter (for brushing the top)

Method

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