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Brown Sugar Meatloaf

Easy Brown Sugar Meatloaf with a Sweet Tangy Glaze

Learn how to make a delicious Brown Sugar Meatloaf with a sweet tangy glaze that brings comfort food to the table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 lb Ground Beef medium-fat preferred
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs plain breadcrumbs preferred
  • 1/2 cup Milk buttermilk or water can be substituted
  • 1 large Egg can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup or tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar pack tightly when measuring

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish or loaf pan
  • measuring cups
  • whisk
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Brown Sugar Meatloaf
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, finely chopped onion, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf form and place it in a greased baking dish or loaf pan.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, packed brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Set half of the glaze aside.
  5. Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  6. After 45 minutes, brush the remaining glaze over the top and return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes.
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, handle the meat mixture gently and pack the brown sugar tightly for the glaze. Use wet hands when shaping the loaf.

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