Classic Savory Meatloaf by Peacelovedough

Ingredients

• 900g (2 lbs) ground beef
• 1 cup butter crackers, crushed
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 60ml (1/4 cup) sour cream
• 1 large egg
• 30ml (2 tbsp) worcestershire sauce
• 30ml (2 tbsp) ketchup (for the meat mixture)
• 7g (1/2 tbsp) dijon mustard
• 15g (2 tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped
• 5g (1 tsp) paprika
• 5g (1 tsp) onion powder
• 5g (1 tsp) garlic powder
• 10g (2 tsp) salt and pepper, to taste
• 60ml (1/4 cup) ketchup (for the glaze)
• 15ml (1 tbsp) worcestershire sauce (for the glaze)

Instructions

1. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in a small amount of butter over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes; set aside to cool.
2. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
3. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed butter crackers, cooled onion-garlic mixture, sour cream, egg, worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, dijon mustard, parsley, and dry seasonings.
4. Mix everything by hand until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
5. Place 2-3 slices of bread on the bottom of a casserole dish to absorb excess fat.
6. Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it on top of the bread slices in the dish.
7. Bake for 60 minutes, then remove from the oven and spread the glaze mixture (ketchup and worcestershire) over the top.
8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 71°C (160°F).