Classic Meatloaf

Ingredients

• Meatloaf
  2 lb ground beef
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 2 whole egg
• 3 clove garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 3 tbsp parsley (finely chopped)
• ¾ cup Panko (or gluten-free bread crumbs)
• ⅓ cup milk
• 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Sauce
  ¾ cup ketchup
• 1 white vinegar
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion

Steps

1. Prep - Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup, and preheat oven to 350°F Sautee Onions - Set a medium skillet over medium heat
2. Add 1 tsp oil and chopped onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden, about 5-7 minutes
3. Transfer to a plate to cool Make the Meatloaf Mixture - In a large bowl, add all of the meatloaf ingredients and the cooled onions and mix just until well combined (your hands are your best tool for mixing - put on disposable gloves if you want to) Shape Meatloaf and
4. Bake - Add meat to the pan and shape it into a meatloaf about 8 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 3 inches tall
5. Bake uncovered at 350˚F for 40 minutes Make the Sauce - In a small bowl, add the sauce ingredients and stir to combine
6. Add the Glaze - Spread the sauce over the Meatloaf, then return to the oven and bake an additional 20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 160˚F on an instant-read thermometer
7. Rest the meatloaf for 10-15 minutes before serving and it will be much easier to slice