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Classic Meatloaf

Sliced meatloaf on a plate topped with a brown sugar and ketchup glaze, a classic comfort food dinner recipe.
  • Serves:  8
  • Prep Time:  15 min
  • Cook Time:  50 min

Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ yellow onion, grated
  • 1 ½ pounds 90/10 ground beef
  • 8 ounces mild Italian sausage, ground or casing removed
  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ¾ cup whole milk
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F with a rack in the center position. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment or foil.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Place the grated onion in a clean kitchen towel and wring out any excess liquid. Transfer the onion to a large bowl. Add the ground beef, sausage, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, salt, Italian seasoning, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire. Mix well, then transfer to the center of the prepared sheet pan. With wet hands, form the mixture into an 8 x 4-inch loaf. Rub the meatloaf with the brown sugar mixture until coated.
  4. Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 50 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.