Ingredients:

  • 2 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely minced and sautéed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions:

  1. Sauté the minced onion and garlic in a splash of olive oil until translucent and fragrant. Let them cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, beaten egg, Panko breadcrumbs, sautéed aromatics, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley. Mix gently by hand until just combined.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Press the meat mixture gently into a 9x5 inch loaf pan or shape it into a rectangle on a rimmed baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 40 minutes until the meat is firm and juices run clear.
  6. While the meat cooks, whisk together the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika in a small pan over medium heat until smooth.
  7. Apply a layer of glaze over the meatloaf and bake for an additional 20 minutes to caramelize the crust.