Classic Homemade Meatloaf

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 2: Grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk and let sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.

Step 4: Add the ground beef, eggs, onion, garlic, 1/2 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard ,salt, pepper, thyme, parsley, basil, and paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.

Step 5: Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 6: Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared loaf pan or shape it free-form on the baking sheet.

Step 7: In a small bowl, mix together the glaze ingredients- 1/2 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spread half of the glaze over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 8: Bake for 45 minutes, then spread the remaining glaze on top.

Step 9: Continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the meatloaf is cooked through.

Step 10: Let rest 10 minutes.