Description
Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf is a delightful twist on a classic comfort food. This savory dish features a tender meatloaf topped with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze that elevates its flavor profile. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe combines juicy ground beef, aromatic herbs, and fresh ingredients, creating a warm, inviting meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté the chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, sautéed onions, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a lined baking tray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and ketchup; drizzle over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg