Description
Tender, moist, and full of flavor—this is the kind of dish that brings back warm memories of home-cooked meals. The glaze? A perfect balance of sweet and tangy goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatloaf:
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
- Mix It Up: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, paprika, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix gently—don’t overwork the meat!
- Shape & Bake: Form into a loaf shape on the baking sheet or press into a loaf pan. Bake for 40 minutes.
- Make the Glaze: While it bakes, mix ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and vinegar in a small bowl.
- Glaze & Finish Baking: Remove the meatloaf from the oven, spread the glaze on top, and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest & Serve: Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy with mashed potatoes or roasted veggies!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 55 min