PREPARATION:

1st Step

Prepare a loaf pan or a baking dish by gently greasing it with cooking spray or butter, then putting it in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).

2nd Step

Mix the breadcrumbs and milk together in a low-volume container. Allow them to sit in the liquid for a few minutes so that the breadcrumbs may fully absorb the milk and become supple.

3rd Step

Mix the ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, finely diced onion and bell pepper, minced garlic, ketchup or tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper together in a large mixing basin. You may use your hands or a spoon to carefully mix everything until all of the components are well incorporated.

4th Step

Place the meatloaf mixture into a loaf pan or baking dish that has been buttered. Employing your hands, form it into a loaf shape while gently pushing it down to eliminate any air pockets that may be there.