A timeless family favorite made with lean ground beef, simple seasonings, and a sweet ketchup glaze. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners.

1 ½ lbs lean ground beef (or beef/pork blend)

1 cup diced onion (chopped small)

¾ cup bread crumbs or panko crumbs

⅓ cup milk (or broth or water)

2 eggs

1 tsp tomato paste

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp ground black pepper

For the Topping:

¾ cup ketchup

1 Tbsp white vinegar

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Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Mix well.

Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape by hand or use a greased loaf pan to mold it, then flip it onto the prepared baking sheet.

Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.

While baking, mix together the ketchup and white vinegar.

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the ketchup mixture over the top and sides.

Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until fully cooked.

Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing ensures it stays juicy and holds its shape.

You can swap milk with broth or water based on your preference.

Ground beef can be substituted with a beef/pork mix for more flavor.