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Old Fashioned Meatloaf Recipe with Sweet Brown Sugar Glaze

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A classic, easy-to-make meatloaf with a sticky sweet brown sugar glaze that balances savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for family dinners and comforting meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1 cup (90g) plain, unseasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup (120ml) ketchup
  • ⅓ cup (70g) brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes until softened and translucent, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup.
  3. In a large bowl, add the ground beef, sautéed onions and garlic, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Pour the wet mixture over and gently fold everything together with a wooden spoon or your hands. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a 9×5-inch loaf pan and gently press it down, smoothing the top.
  5. In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, mustard, and a tablespoon of ketchup to make the glaze.
  6. Spread the brown sugar glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 45 to 55 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Tent with foil if the glaze starts to burn.
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

[‘Sauté onions and garlic before adding to the meat mixture to soften sharpness and add sweetness.’, ‘Use 80/20 ground beef for moisture; leaner meat tends to dry out.’, ‘Mix gently to avoid a dense, tough meatloaf.’, ‘If you prefer a less sticky glaze, apply the glaze during the last 10 minutes of baking.’, ‘Rest the meatloaf after baking to lock in juices and make slicing easier.’, ‘Tent with foil if the glaze starts to burn before the meatloaf is fully cooked.’]

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Keywords: meatloaf, old fashioned meatloaf, brown sugar glaze, classic dinner, comfort food, family dinner, easy meatloaf

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