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Best Ever Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf Recipe

This meatloaf is incredibly flavorful and moist, glazed with a delicious balsamic reduction that elevates the classic comfort food to a whole new level.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup milk
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Method
 

Prepare the Meatloaf
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and milk. Mix until well combined.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
Make the Glaze
  1. In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
Bake the Meatloaf
  1. Brush half of the balsamic glaze over the meatloaf.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  3. Remove from the oven and brush with the remaining glaze. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
Rest and Serve
  1. Once cooked, let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

For an extra touch, you can add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to the meat mixture.

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