My Favorite Mini Meatloaf Recipe: Easy, Juicy

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds (680 g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended for juiciness)
• ½ cup (50 g) bread crumbs (plain or panko)
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup (60 ml) milk
• ½ small onion, finely chopped (about ¼ cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp (8 g) fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ cup (60 ml) ketchup
• 1 tbsp brown sugar (or honey)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for tang)
• ¼ cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan) for stuffing or topping
• Finely chopped bell peppers or carrots for added nutrition