Description
Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf is a delightful twist on a classic comfort food, featuring a savory-sweet glaze that elevates this dish to gourmet status. Perfectly balanced with rich flavors and a glossy finish, it’s the ultimate family dinner that will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare, this meatloaf pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or fresh veggies, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup ketchup (divided)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, sautéed onions, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and half of the ketchup.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and remaining ketchup for the glaze.
- Brush half of the glaze over the meatloaf and bake for about 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C), basting with remaining glaze halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg