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Juicy Brown Sugar Glazed Meatloaf: Easy Perfect Dinner

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A moist and flavorful meatloaf featuring a caramelized brown sugar glaze. This recipe uses a mix of beef and pork for tenderness and adds the glaze at the end to prevent burning, resulting in a sticky, glossy finish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) Ground Beef (80/20 blend)
  • ½ lb (225g) Ground Pork
  • ½ cup (50g) Plain dried breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup (120ml) Whole milk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ½ cup (120g) Ketchup
  • ¼ cup (50g) Brown Sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes to form a panade.
  3. Add ground beef, ground pork, eggs, diced onion, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix gently with hands until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan or sheet and shape into a loaf, making the center slightly taller to account for shrinking.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  6. Bake the loaf for 45 minutes without glaze.
  7. Remove from oven and pour off any excess liquid from the pan.
  8. Brush the glaze generously over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
  9. Return to oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the glaze is bubbly and dark amber.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Do not add the glaze at the beginning of baking as the sugar will burn. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Letting the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes is crucial to prevent it from falling apart when sliced. For a gluten-free version, swap breadcrumbs for gluten-free panko or almond flour.

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Keywords: meatloaf, brown sugar glaze, easy dinner, comfort food, ground beef, pork, family dinner, weeknight meal

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