Description
Classic American meatloaf with a ketchup glaze. Tender slices from a loaf pan. From Your Daily Hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (907g) 85% lean ground beef
- 1 cup (60g) fresh breadcrumbs or crushed saltines
- 1 small yellow onion, finely grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup (120g) ketchup, divided
- 2 tablespoons (25g) packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed sheet with foil and set a wire rack on it, or grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix 1/4 cup ketchup with the brown sugar and vinegar for the glaze.
- In a large bowl combine the beef, breadcrumbs, onion, eggs, milk, Worcestershire, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup. Mix with a fork just until combined — do not knead.
- Shape into a freeform loaf about 9×5 inches on the rack, or pack lightly into the loaf pan.
- Bake 40 minutes. Brush on the glaze. Bake 20 to 30 minutes more until the center reads 160°F (71°C).
- Rest 10 minutes before slicing so the juices stay in the loaf.
Notes
A freeform loaf on a rack browns on all sides. A loaf pan is tidier and a bit steaming. Both work. Leftovers make sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American