Classic Meatloaf

A well-seasoned, perfectly moist meatloaf with a sweet and tangy glaze. Plus, the leftover sandwiches are arguably better than the original.

Prep Time15

Cook Time55

Total Time1 10

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: classic, comfort food, meatloaf

Servings: servings

Calories: 410kcal

Ingredients

Meatloaf

2 lbs ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 eggs beaten
1/2 cup whole milk
1 small onion finely diced
3 garlic cloves minced
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

Glaze

1/2 cup ketchup
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a large bowl and let sit a few minutes.
Add beef, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix with your hands until just combined — don't overmix.
Shape into a loaf on a lined baking sheet. Mix glaze ingredients together and brush half over the top.
Bake 30 minutes, brush on remaining glaze, then bake another 20 to 25 minutes until internal temp hits 160°F.
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

The breadcrumb-and-milk mixture (panade) is the secret to moist meatloaf — it traps moisture inside the meat as it cooks. Shaping on a sheet pan instead of a loaf pan gives more caramelized surface area.

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