Description
This Delicious Brown Sugar Meatloaf is a comforting family favorite, combining juicy ground beef with sweet brown sugar, savory onions, and a tangy ketchup glaze. Perfectly baked to tender perfection, it’s a hearty and satisfying meal ideal for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Topping
- 1/2 cup ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the meatloaf evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, brown sugar, chopped onion, eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined but not overworked to maintain tenderness.
- Shape Loaf: Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a suitable baking dish, ensuring it is evenly shaped for uniform cooking.
- Apply Topping: Spread the ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf to create a flavorful glaze that will caramelize during baking.
- Bake: Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the meat is cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaf is cooked to a safe internal temperature.
- If desired, you can add Worcestershire sauce or garlic to enhance the flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
