Entrée: United States – Classic American Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze

Food safety reminder: Follow safe food-handling practices and use a food thermometer to verify safe internal cooking temperatures.

Serving Size: 6

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 1 hr

Additional 10 min

Total 1 hr 25 min

Ingredients

1 1 / 2 lb / 700 g ground beef
1 cup (120 g) fresh breadcrumbs
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) milk
1 large egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp (30 ml) Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
1 / 2 tsp black pepper
1 / 4 cup (60 ml) ketchup, plus 2–3 tbsp (30–45 ml) for glaze
1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet.
2. In a bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk for a few minutes until softened.
3. Add ground beef, beaten egg, chopped onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, pepper and parsley to the breadcrumb mixture; mix gently until combined.
4. Shape mixture into a loaf and place in the prepared pan. Spread 2–3 tbsp ketchup over the top.
5. Bake 50–60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
6. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing; spoon any pan juices over slices and serve.