Meatloaf with Onion
A classic meatloaf recipe with sweet, savory onions and a rich ketchup glaze. Perfectly tender and full of flavor, served best with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Equipment
- Loaf Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Small Frying Pan
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef 80/20 for best flavor
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing onion
For the Glaze
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onions, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, thyme, and smoked paprika. Mix until just combined (don’t overwork the meat).
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it into the prepared loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until smooth.
- Brush the glaze generously over the top of the meatloaf. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Notes
For a juicier meatloaf, use a mix of ground beef and ground pork. Leftovers make great sandwiches!