Ingredients

Meatloaf

• 1 1/2 lb (700 g) ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 egg
• 1 cup (80 g) breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp (5 ml) salt, 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) pepper

Glaze

• 1/2 cup (120 ml) ketchup
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar
• 1 tsp (5 ml) mustard

Steps

1. Mix beef, onion, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Shape into a loaf.
2. Stir glaze and spread over loaf. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 50–60 minutes to 160°F (71°C).

Pairings

• Wine: Zinfandel – ripe fruit meets the sweet-tangy glaze; Cabernet Franc – herbal, soft tannin for beef
• Beer: Amber Lager – caramel malt echoes the glaze; Brown Ale – roasty depth, a diner-style fit