Description
Indulge in the savory delight of the Best Ever Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf. This comforting dish features tender ground beef blended with seasoned breadcrumbs and aromatic spices, all enveloped in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for family dinners, this meatloaf transforms your ordinary weeknight meal into a culinary celebration that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, ketchup, and brown sugar. Pour half over the meatloaf.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Brush with remaining sauce during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Let rest briefly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg