Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 190°C / 375°F. Line a 9 x 5‑inch loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the paper or pan.
• In a large mixing bowl combine the meatloaf ingredients: 2 lb lean ground beef, 1 medium grated onion, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/4 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon milk, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined (do not overwork).
• Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan. Press and shape it evenly into the pan so the top is smooth and reaches the edges.
• While the meatloaf begins to bake, whisk the glaze ingredients in a small bowl: 3/4 cup ketchup, 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar, and 2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar until smooth.
• Bake the meatloaf, uncovered, for 35–40 minutes.
• Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the prepared glaze evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake a further 5–10 minutes, until the glaze has thickened and the meatloaf is cooked through.
• Remove the loaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.