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The Best Classic Glazed Meatloaf Recipe for a Cozy Family Dinner

The Best Classic Glazed Meatloaf Recipe

A tender beef-and-pork meatloaf made with milk-softened breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and a sweet-tangy ketchup glaze. This classic dinner recipe serves 6 and finishes with a juicy, flavorful center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground beef, preferably 85% lean
  • 1/2 pound Ground pork
  • 1 cup Plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 Large egg
  • 1/2 cup Finely minced yellow onion
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup
Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Heat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet or loaf pan with foil and lightly grease it.
  2. Combine the breadcrumbs and milk in a large bowl. Let them stand for a few minutes so the crumbs soften into a panade.
  3. Add the ground beef, ground pork, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, black pepper, and 1/4 cup ketchup.
  4. Mix gently with your hands or a fork just until the ingredients are combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Shape the mixture into a loaf about 8 inches long and 4 inches wide. Place it on the prepared pan, preferably as a free-form loaf so excess fat can drain away.
  6. Bake for about 40 minutes. Stir together the glaze ingredients, then spread the glaze evenly over the meatloaf.
  7. Continue baking for 15-25 minutes, until the center reaches 160°F on an instant-read thermometer. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Soaking the breadcrumbs in milk keeps the meatloaf moist and tender. Mix only until incorporated, use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy, and refrigerate leftovers promptly.