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Classic Meatloaf Recipe Easy 70s Retro Comfort Food Revival

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A nostalgic and comforting classic meatloaf recipe inspired by 70s retro flavors, featuring a juicy blend of ground beef and pork with a sweet tomato glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20)
  • 0.5 lb (225 g) ground pork
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.75 cup (90 g) plain breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup (120 ml) milk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp (6 g) salt
  • 0.5 tsp (1 g) freshly ground black pepper
  • 0.5 cup (120 ml) ketchup
  • 2 tbsp (25 g) brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In your mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let it soak for 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs are soft.
  3. Add the ground beef and pork to the bowl. Toss in the finely chopped onion and minced garlic.
  4. Crack in the eggs, then season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. With clean hands or a wooden spoon, gently mix everything. Don’t overwork it — just enough to combine.
  6. Transfer the mixture to your loaf pan. Press it in evenly but don’t pack it too tight.
  7. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  8. Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  9. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove from oven.
  10. Spread the remaining glaze on top and return to bake for another 15 minutes.
  11. Check the internal temperature: It should reach 160°F (71°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, make a small cut in the center to check the juices—they should run clear.
  12. Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Soak breadcrumbs in milk to keep the meatloaf moist. Avoid overmixing to prevent toughness. Glaze twice for a sticky, caramelized top. Rest meatloaf before slicing to retain juices. Tent with foil if glaze browns too quickly. Optional smoked paprika can be added to glaze for smoky flavor.

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