Description
This Brown Sugar Meatloaf is a classic comfort food recipe that combines juicy ground beef with a savory onion soup mix and a sweet, tangy glaze made from ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Baked to perfection, this meatloaf offers a moist, flavorful meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 ounce packet onion soup mix
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup milk
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Glaze:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking your meatloaf.
- Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, beaten egg, salt, pepper, and milk. Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined without overworking the meat.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a separate bowl, stir together the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar until smooth and well blended.
- Assemble Meatloaf: Pour half of the glaze into a prepared loaf pan, coating the bottom and sides. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in the pan. Then, spread the remaining glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake: Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for approximately 70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for five minutes before slicing for best texture and juiciness.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Use a food thermometer to check for doneness accurately.
- Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- The glaze can be adjusted to taste by adding more brown sugar for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess.
- Leftover meatloaf makes great sandwiches the next day.
