My Family's Favorite Meatloaf Recipe with the Best

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 lb (450 g) ground pork
• 1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
• 1/2 cup (75 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup (120 mL) whole milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) salt
• 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) black pepper
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano)
• 1/2 cup (120 mL) ketchup
• 2 tablespoons (30 mL) brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon (15 mL) Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon (5 mL) apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) smoked paprika (optional for a smoky flavor)