Classic Homemade Meatloaf 🍖

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• ¼ cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp smoked paprika

For the Glaze:

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Mix gently until just combined.
3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan or on the baking sheet.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Spread about half of the glaze over the meatloaf.
5. Bake for 45 minutes. Spread the remaining glaze over the top and continue baking for another 15–20 minutes, until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
6. Let the meatloaf rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with mashed potatoes, green beans, or your favorite comfort-food sides.