Vegan Meatloaf

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

2 . Stage

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat; add onion and garlic. Saute until fragrant and slightly soft, 3 to 5 minutes.

3 . Stage

Combine water and egg substitute in a large bowl; add onion mixture, vegan beef crumbles, baguette, 1/4 cup ketchup, and parsley. Mix together by hand until well combined. Transfer mixture into the prepared loaf pan.

4 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

5 . Stage

Meanwhile, stir remaining ketchup and brown sugar together in a small bowl.

6 . Stage

Remove the loaf from the oven and brush with the ketchup mixture. Continue to bake until browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean, about 30 minutes more. Let rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.