Erin French Meatloaf Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio for moistness)
• 1/2 pound ground pork (adds a tender texture and rich flavor)
• 2 large eggs (act as a binder and enrich the mix)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup finely diced celery
• 1/2 cup finely diced carrot
• 3/4 cup bread crumbs (Holds meat mixture)
• 1/3 cup whole milk (Moisturizes bread crumbs)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (Adds umami depth)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar