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Classic Mom’s Famous Meatloaf Recipe with Easy Tangy Ketchup Glaze

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A comforting and nostalgic meatloaf recipe featuring a moist and tender meatloaf with a perfectly tangy ketchup glaze. Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds (680g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended for juiciness)
  • ½ pound (225g) ground pork (adds richness but optional)
  • 1 cup (90g) breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned; Panko can be used for lighter texture)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅔ cup (160ml) whole milk or any milk alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Tangy Ketchup Glaze:
  • ½ cup (120g) ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  4. Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a rimmed baking sheet.
  5. Spread half of the ketchup glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes. Tent with foil around the 30-minute mark if browning too fast.
  7. Remove from oven, spread the remaining glaze over the meatloaf, and bake for another 15 minutes.
  8. Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to avoid a dense meatloaf. Use a mix of ground beef and pork for best flavor and moisture. Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to retain juices. Tent with foil if browning too fast. Gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions are easy with almond flour and milk alternatives.

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Keywords: meatloaf, classic meatloaf, ketchup glaze, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal, ground beef, ground pork

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