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Cozy Old-Fashioned Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze Recipe

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This cozy old-fashioned meatloaf with brown sugar glaze is the recipe that turned me from a meatloaf skeptic into a true believer. The sweet, sticky glaze, the tender, juicy meat, and the way it fills your kitchen with that incredible aroma—it’s comfort food at its finest.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced (about 3/4 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter. Place the loaf pan on a baking sheet lined with foil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Stir gently and let sit for about 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk and become soft.
  3. Add the finely diced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, dried thyme, and smoked paprika to the soaked breadcrumbs. Stir until well combined.
  4. Add the beaten egg and ground beef. Use your hands to gently mix everything together until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Transfer the meat mixture into the greased loaf pan. Press down gently and evenly, shaping the top slightly domed.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, and garlic powder until smooth.
  7. Spread about half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf. Reserve the remaining half.
  8. Bake for 50 minutes. Remove from oven, spread the remaining glaze over the top, and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  9. Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.
  10. Slice into 1-inch thick slices and serve warm.

Notes

Don’t overmix the meat. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Line your pan with foil for easy cleanup. Make extra glaze if desired.

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Keywords: meatloaf, brown sugar glaze, comfort food, old-fashioned, ground beef, easy dinner

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