Ingredients:

  • 1½ pounds (680 g) ground beef (80% lean)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk
  • 1 cup (90 g) plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tsp (1 g) dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup (120 ml) ketchup
  • 2 tbsp (25 g) brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, milk, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined to keep meatloaf tender.
  3. Transfer mixture into a loaf pan and shape evenly, or form a loaf on a lined baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf. Reserve the rest for serving or basting later.
  5. Bake the meatloaf in the oven for 45 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, brush remaining glaze on top, then return to the oven for another 15 minutes.
  7. Check that the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) and juices run clear.
  8. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain juices.