How to make it
6 steps. Take it one step at a time.
Preheat your oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, 1/4 cup of the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Gently mix with your hands or a spoon
Gently mix with your hands or a spoon until just combined. Do not overwork the meat. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and shape it into an even loaf.
Whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup and the brown sugar
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup and the brown sugar to create the glaze. Spread this evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake in the preheated oven
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
1 hrRemove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest
Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist loaf.
10 min
A little kitchen wisdom
For the best texture, avoid over-mixing the meat. Using a meat thermometer ensures the loaf is cooked through without becoming dry.
