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Classic Meatloaf Recipe with Tangy Glaze

Discover the best meatloaf recipe—juicy, flavorful, and topped with a sweet-tangy glaze. Perfect for cozy dinners and easy meal prep. Comfort food at its finest!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb 900 g ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

Glaze:

  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes.
  • Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  • In a large bowl, combine meats, soaked breadcrumbs, onion mixture, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire, and seasonings. Mix gently.
  • Shape into a loaf and place in a loaf pan or on a lined baking sheet.
  • Mix glaze ingredients; spread half over the loaf.
  • Bake 45 minutes, add remaining glaze, and bake 15 more minutes (internal temp: 160°F / 71°C).
  • Rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meat for a tender loaf.
  • Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
  • Leftovers make amazing sandwiches!