Classic Meat Loaf with Tomato Glaze

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Classic Meat Loaf with Tomato Glaze

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!

Ingredients

1 cup (250 g) dry bread crumbs½ cup (125 mL) milk1 large egg, beaten2 tbsp (30 mL) ketchup1 tbsp (15 mL) Worcestershire sauce1 tsp (5 mL) dried parsley½ tsp (2 mL) EACH salt and garlic powder¼ tsp (1 mL) pepper1 lb (500 g) Lean Ground BeefTomato Glaze¼ cup (60 mL) ketchup2 tbsp (30 mL) packed brown sugar1 tbsp (15 mL) red wine vinegar

Directions

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).

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.

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.

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).

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

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

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