After making meatloaf for half a century, this might be the best one yet!

Oh, that sounds wonderful — the kind of recipe that comes from years of experience and pure comfort! ❤️
Here’s a classic, no-fail meatloaf that’s juicy, flavorful, and beautifully glazed — the kind of loaf that makes you say, “After half a century of making meatloaf, this might be the best one yet!” 🍞🥩✨

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🧡 Best-Ever Classic Meatloaf

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs (680 g) ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
• ¾ cup milk
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme or parsley
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional but amazing)

For the Glaze:

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon mustard (yellow or Dijon)
• Optional: dash of hot sauce for a kick

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