Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze
A comforting and hearty meatloaf topped with a sweet and tangy brown sugar glaze, perfect for family dinners and leftovers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pieces eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Glaze Ingredients
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (for glaze)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients and tools.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, and milk. Mix until well blended.
- Add breadcrumbs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Mix gently.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on a greased baking sheet or in a greased loaf pan.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce for the glaze. Stir until combined.
- Spoon half of the glaze over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- After 40 minutes, spoon the remaining glaze over the meatloaf and return to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice and serve with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.