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Sweet and Sour Meatloaf

Rhonda Anderson
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner Ideas
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Meatloaf:
  • 2 lbs ground beef (80–85% lean)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)
  • For the Sweet and Sour Glaze:
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven : to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Prepare meat mixture : In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, parsley, and paprika. Mix gently until just combined.
  • Shape loaf : Transfer mixture into a loaf pan or form a free-standing loaf on the baking sheet.
  • Make the glaze : In a small bowl, whisk ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard.
  • Glaze and bake : Spread half of the glaze over the top of the loaf. Bake for 45 minutes.
  • Add second glaze layer : Remove loaf, spread with remaining glaze, and return to oven. Bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  • Rest u0026 slice : Let the meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing to keep it moist.