Classic Meatloaf

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Classic Meatloaf

1 1/2 lbs (675 g) ground beef
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup (250 ml) bread crumbs
1/2 cup (125 ml) ketchup
2 Tbs (30 ml) Dijon mustard
1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbs (15 ml) fennel seed
1 tsp (5 ml) dried thyme, marjoram, or oregano
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and knead the mixture with your hands until thoroughly combined. Transfer the mixture to a 9x5x3-inch (23x13x8 cm) loaf pan or form into a loaf on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350F (180C) oven until the center of the loaf reads 160F (70C) on an instant-read thermometer, about 1 to 1 1/4 hours. Drain off the excess fat and let stand for 15 minutes before cutting into slices. Serves 4 to 6.