Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine ground beef, panko, beaten eggs, minced onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, and parsley in a large bowl. Note: Mix with your hands only until combined to keep the texture light.
  3. Press the mixture into a lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  4. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the meat is set and pulling away from the edges.
  5. Whisk ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and garlic powder in a small pan over low heat until the sugar dissolves and it looks syrupy.
  6. Remove the loaf from the oven and spread the glaze generously over the top.
  7. Return to the oven for 15-20 minutes until the glaze is bubbling and mahogany in color.
  8. Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing. Note: This prevents the juices from running out.