Oh yes 😄 Let’s make a classic glazed meatloaf—moist, flavorful, and topped with that sweet, tangy glaze everyone loves.
Glazed Meatloaf
Ingredients (6 servings)
Meatloaf
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or mix beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
Glaze
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional for tang)
Instructions
1. Prep oven and pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease.
2. Make the meatloaf
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Mix gently until just combined—don’t overmix, or it will be dense.
- Shape into a loaf and place in the prepared pan.
3. Make the glaze
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard.
- Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
4. Bake
- Bake for 50–60 minutes.
- Spread remaining glaze over the meatloaf for the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Check internal temperature: should reach 160°F (71°C).
5. Rest and serve
- Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing—this helps it hold together.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or your favorite sides.
Tips
- Extra flavor: Add chopped bell pepper, grated carrot, or Parmesan to the meat mixture.
- Make ahead: Form the loaf and refrigerate overnight; add glaze before baking.
- Crispy edges: Bake on a wire rack inside the pan to let fat drain and edges crisp.
I can also give a one-pan sheet pan version that’s faster, slightly crispier, and the glaze caramelizes beautifully—super easy cleanup.
Do you want me to do that?
