About
There was nothing better than finding a hearty meal, like Childhood Meatloaf, waiting on the table after a long afternoon of outdoor fun with the neighborhood crew. The flavorful yet perfectly simple beefy base provides a filling foundation to energize you after a long day, whether it be work or play. The best part is the brown sugar and ketchup topping that makes your taste buds as giddy as a kid in a candy shop. Childhood Meatloaf is guaranteed to bring back memories and bring out the kid you once were!
Ingredients
- For the meatloaf:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- For the topping:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
Directions
Step 1 -Preheat the oven or grill to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 -Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3 -In a sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Step 4 -Add the onions and cook until they are fragrant and slightly brown, stirring occasionally, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 5 -Reduce the heat to low.
Step 6 -Add the garlic cloves and cook until they are fragrant, for about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7 -Remove the garlic mixture from the heat and set it aside to cool.
Step 8 -In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, panko bread crumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and cooked onions and garlic.
Step 9 -Use your hands to mix the meat well, but be cautious not to overwork it.
Step 10 -Move the meat to the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a loaf.
Step 11 -Use a sharp knife to cut a criss-cross pattern on top of the meatloaf.
Step 12 -Bake the meatloaf for 40 minutes.
Step 13 -While the meatloaf is baking, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and spicy brown mustard in a bowl. Set aside.
Step 14 -After 40 minutes of baking, carefully take the meatloaf out of the oven.
Step 15 -Spread the ketchup mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
Step 16 -Continue baking until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F, about 30-35 minutes.
Step 17 -Let the meatloaf cool for 5 minutes.
Step 18 -Plate and serve.
