1 teaspoonsKosher salt, or 1/2 teaspoon table salt
¼teaspoonground black pepper
1packet Lipton onion soup mix, dry
Glaze
⅔cupketchup or BBQ sauce, you could mix half and half
2-3Tablespoonslight brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet or 9x5-inch loaf pan with foil. Lightly spray with non-stick spray and set aside.
Combine: In a large bowl, mix 2 pounds beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup broth, 2 eggs, 2 Tablespoons parsley, 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 2 Tablespoons ketchup, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and onion soup mix until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix, or the meat won't be as tender.
Shape: Press into the loaf pan or form the mixture into a loaf shape on the pan.
Mix: In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup and/or BBQ sauce and brown sugar. Pour over the top of the meatloaf. Add pepper on top, if desired.
Cook: Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reaches 160°F. Let rest 10 minutes before cutting into slices.
Notes
Make-ahead: You can easily prep this recipe ahead of time. Simply combine the meat mixture in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Right before baking, shape the meatloaf and add the glaze.Freeze: I recommend freezing the meatloaf before cooking. Press the meat in a loaf pan or form into a loaf shape and wrap tightly with saran wrap. Store in freezer 2 to 3 months. To thaw, place in fridge overnight. Bake at 375°F for 45-60 minutes.Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days.