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    Classic Homestyle Meatloaf

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    A traditional meatloaf recipe combining ground meats, herbs, and a ketchup glaze, baked to perfection.

    Ingredients for Classic Homestyle Meatloaf

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    Extra Virgin Olive Oil, plus more for greasing

    tablespoons

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    Large Yellow Onion, finely chopped

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    Garlic Clove, minced

    each

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    Tomato Paste

    tablespoons

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    White Sandwich Bread, torn into small pieces

    slices

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    Whole Milk

    cups

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    Large Eggs

    each

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    Parsley, coarsely chopped

    cups

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    Kosher Salt

    tablespoons

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    Black Pepper

    teaspoons

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    Dried Thyme

    teaspoons

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    Meatloaf Mix, ground beef, pork, and/or veal

    0 lb

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    Ketchup

    cups

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    Worcestershire Sauce

    tablespoons

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    How to Make Classic Homestyle Meatloaf

    1. Prep the Meatloaf

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil. In a skillet, heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, stirring occasionally until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cook until fragrant, for 2 minutes. Mix in tomato paste; set aside to cool.

    2. Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, soak the bread in milk until a paste forms. Stir in the eggs, parsley, salt, pepper, and thyme. Add the cooled onion mixture to the bowl. Gently mix in the meatloaf mix until combined, avoiding overmixing.

    3. Shape & Bake

    Divide the mixture into two equal parts. On the prepared baking sheet, shape each half into a 4x8-inch loaf. Mix ketchup and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. Spoon the glaze over each meatloaf. Place in the oven and bake until the tops are browned and a thermometer reads 160°F, about 45-55 minutes.

    4. Rest & Serve

    Allow the meatloaf to rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Choice of Meat

    Use a blend of 70% beef and 30% other meat (like pork or veal) with an 80% lean to 20% fat ratio for a flavorful and moist meatloaf.

    Cook to the Right Temperature

    Use a meat thermometer to reach an internal temperature of 160°F for beef, ensuring a moist meatloaf.

    Don’t Overmix

    Mix ingredients until just combined to avoid a dense meatloaf. Use a gentle touch with your hands.

    Sauté Aromatics

    Sauté onions, garlic, and other aromatics until soft and slightly caramelized before adding to the meat mixture to deepen flavors.

    Glaze with Care

    Apply a ketchup-based glaze mixed with brown sugar, vinegar, and hot sauce during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to prevent burning.


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