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Classic Meat Loaf with Tomato Glaze

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time55 minsTotal Time1 hr 5 mins

This traditional meat loaf recipe is oozing with flavour and is moist and tender–just like mom used to make. The tangy tomato glaze is what makes it a classic!

 1 cup (250 g) dry bread crumbs
 ½ cup (125 mL) milk
 1 large egg, beaten
 2 tbsp (30 mL) ketchup
 1 tbsp (15 mL) Worcestershire sauce
 1 tsp (5 mL) dried parsley
 ½ tsp (2 mL) EACH salt and garlic powder
 ¼ tsp (1 mL) pepper
 1 lb (500 g) Lean Ground Beef
Tomato Glaze
 ¼ cup (60 mL) ketchup
 2 tbsp (30 mL) packed brown sugar
 1 tbsp (15 mL) red wine vinegar
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1. Combine bread crumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, garlic powder and pepper in a large bowl. Gently mix in ground beef with a fork (careful not to over-mix).

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2. Gently pack meat mixture into a parchment paper-lined, 8 x 4-inch (20 x 10 cm) loaf pan, pat down lightly and smooth the top.

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3. Tomato Glaze: Whisk together ketchup, brown sugar and vinegar in a small bowl. Pour glaze over top of the meat loaf and spread evenly.

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4. Bake in preheated 350ºF oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until a digital instant-read thermometer inserted into centre of meat loaf reads 160ºF (71ºF).

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5. Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes. Using parchment paper, lift meatloaf out of pan, transfer to a cutting board and cut into thick slices.

Tip
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For a totally classic meal – serve with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.

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