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Easy Juicy Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze

  • Author: Luciana
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A comforting, forgiving meatloaf recipe that delivers maximum satisfaction with minimal effort. Featuring a juicy 80/20 ground beef base and a sticky, sweet brown sugar ketchup glaze, this dish is perfect for tired evenings.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper or a sheet pan with foil.
  2. Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Microwave for 30 seconds if needed to dissolve sugar. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread crumbs and milk. Let sit for 1 minute to form a panade.
  5. Add ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
  6. Gently mix the ingredients with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan. Press firmly into a loaf pan or shape into a log on a sheet pan.
  8. Bake for 40 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and pour the glaze over the top, spreading evenly.
  10. Return to oven and bake for another 15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  11. Let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat or it will become dense. Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Resting the meatloaf for 10 minutes is crucial to keep it juicy. Leftovers taste better the next day.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 14
  • Sodium: 650
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 28

Keywords: meatloaf, comfort food, easy dinner, ground beef recipe, brown sugar glaze, family dinner, weeknight meals

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