A juicy, flavor-rich meatloaf with a tender texture and sweet-savory glaze. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep
2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
1 cup breadcrumbs
3/4 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Glaze:
1/3 cup ketchup
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp brown sugar
Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet or grease a loaf pan.
In a bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes.
Add onion, garlic, Worcestershire, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Mix in ground beef and eggs until just combined.
Shape into a loaf and place on baking sheet.
Mix glaze ingredients and spread half on meatloaf.
Bake for 40 minutes. Add remaining glaze and bake 15–20 minutes more.
Rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
Use panko for lighter texture.
Add chopped veggies for variety.
Great for sandwiches the next day.