Description
A comforting meatloaf recipe that blends savory and sweet flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 mix)
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté chopped onions in olive oil until golden, then stir in minced garlic and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, sautéed onions and garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until combined, then shape into a loaf and place in a baking dish or on a lined baking sheet.
- Mix ketchup and brown sugar for the glaze, then brush over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use higher-fat meat for moisture. Don’t skip resting the meatloaf before slicing for maximum juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: meatloaf, comfort food, family recipe, savory, sweet glaze