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We are a family of meatloaf lovers. So, naturally, when a friend told me that she makes her meatloaf with a package of Lipton onion soup mix, you know I needed to try it.

I’ll admit I’ve tweaked the recipe a good bit from the original one I found on the Lipton website. I like what I like, what can I say? However, it turns out that those onion soup seasonings work very well for meatloaf.

shiny glazed meatloaf sliced on cutting board

Meatloaf Recipe with Onion Soup Mix

I remember avoiding meatloaf for as long as I can remember, both growing up and as a young adult. I’m happy to tell you that this Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf changed my mind forever regarding the awesomeness of a great meatloaf.

Rich and flavorful, soft and moist without being the least bit mushy, this meatloaf recipe was a dinnertime game changer in my family shortly after Sean and I were first married. (You’ll notice that I’ve incorporated that glaze here too, because it’s just THAT good!)

I like to serve meatloaf with corn on the cob and asparagus when they’re in season. Homestyle mashed potatoes are a must-have for me as well, and you can never go wrong with warm buttery dinner rolls too.

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Meatloaf with Onion Soup Mix

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:

  • ground beef
  • plain bread crumbs
  • Lipton onion soup mix
  • eggs
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • milk
worcestershire sauce being added to meatloaf ingredients

Glaze Ingredients

  • ketchup
  • balsamic vinegar
  • light brown sugar

While you can likely make this with a store-brand alternative to Lipton onion soup mix, I haven’t tried that. As sodium levels often vary between brands, you may need to adjust accordingly.

milk being added to meatloaf ingredients in metal bowl

Onion Soup Meatloaf

Preheat the oven to 350°. Combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, onion soup mix, eggs, Worcestershire, and milk in a large bowl. Mix together with your hands – yes, it really is easier that way. Shape into a loaf form on a foil lined 9×13 pan.

glaze being poured over meatloaf on lined sheet pan

Stir together the glaze ingredients and spoon over the top of the meatloaf prior to baking. Bake in a preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 170 degrees, about 65-70 minutes.

glazed meatloaf ready for the oven

I recommend using a thermometer to determine the cooking time the first time you make this recipe. The cooking time will be determined by the shape and size of the meatloaf. I typically shape mine relatively flat and oblong and it usually cooks in about 65-70 minutes. A more traditional 4x4x8 loaf will take about 90 minutes.

sliced meatloaf on board next to checkered blue napkin

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5 from 1 vote

Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf

Avatar photoMary Younkin
Meatloaf made with onion soup mix is flavorful and moist, topped with an irresistible balsamic glaze it's unforgettable.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
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Ingredients 

Meatloaf Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • ½ cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1 envelope Lipton onion soup mix
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¾ cup milk

Glaze Ingredients

  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°. Combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, onion soup mix, eggs, Worcestershire, and milk in a large bowl. Mix together with your hands – yes, it really is easier that way. Shape into a loaf form* on a foil lined 9×13 pan.
  • Stir together the glaze ingredients and spoon over the top of the meatloaf prior to baking. Bake in a preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 170 degrees, about 65-70 minutes.

Notes

While you can likely make this with a store-brand alternative to Lipton soup mix, I haven’t tried that. As sodium levels often vary between brands, you may need to adjust accordingly.
I recommend using a thermometer to determine the cooking time the first time you make this recipe. The cooking time will be determined by the shape and size of the meatloaf. I typically shape mine relatively flat and oblong and it usually cooks in about 65-70 minutes. A more traditional 4x4x8 loaf will take about 90 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 360 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 23 g | Fat: 25 g | Saturated Fat: 10 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 124 mg | Sodium: 228 mg | Potassium: 400 mg | Fiber: 0.3 g | Sugar: 5 g | Vitamin A: 136 IU | Vitamin C: 0.4 mg | Calcium: 71 mg | Iron: 3 mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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4 Comments

  1. Roger says:

    you mark with an asterisk about shaping into a loaf form. However NOWHERE could I find a footnote relating to that.
    What’s it there for?

    1. Mary Younkin says:

      Sorry for the confusion, Roger! That was actually a typo. You’re just going to shape the meat into a loaf form on a sheet pan.

  2. Mary L Hellberg says:

    5 stars
    I love this meatloaf recipe; it’s my go-to for all meatloaves that I have made for at least 15 years; I’ve tried other recipes, but everyone (including my son-in-law) prefers this one. Lately I have been having a problem, however, with the meatloaf crumbling when I slice it, even after letting it sit 15-20 minutes to firm up. What am I doing wrong? I’ve got at least 56 years experience making meatloaf, and this didn’t used to be a problem. HELP, PLEASE!!

    1. Mary says:

      I’m so glad you love this meatloaf too! Is there any chance that you are buying a leaner variety of ground beef than in the past? I found this to be a fairly firm meatloaf, so I’m unsure what could be causing the crumbling.