Instructions

1. 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease a loaf pan.
2. 2.Sauté aromatics (recommended for meatloaf).
3. 3.Cook onion in a small skillet over medium heat 4-5 minutes until softened.
4. 4.Add garlic for the final 30 seconds. Cool slightly.
5. 5. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, ketchup, worcestershire, and seasonings.
6. 6.Add breadcrumbs and cooled onion mixture. Mix to hydrate crumbs.
7. 7.Fold in ground meat gently. Do not overmix — this prevents toughness.
8. 8.Shape into loaf (about 9x5 inches) on baking sheet for better browning, or press into loaf pan.
9. 9.Apply a ketchup glaze to top.
10. 10.Bake 50-60 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for beef.