Description

Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this homemade meatloaf recipe, perfect for family dinners or potlucks. With a tender, juicy interior and a delectable sweet chili glaze, this dish is as easy to make as it is satisfying. In under an hour, you can whip up a flavorful meal that appeals to all ages. Whether served with mashed potatoes, in a hearty sandwich, or as flavorful meatloaf muffins, this versatile recipe is sure to please. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup bread crumbs
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
2 eggs (beaten)
1 small onion (finely diced)
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/3 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon mustard

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F and prepare a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, beaten eggs, diced onion, milk, and seasonings. Mix gently until just combined.
Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
For the glaze, mix ketchup and brown sugar in a separate bowl; spread half over the meatloaf.
Bake for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
After baking, let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with remaining glaze.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
Calories: 300
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Experiment with spices or add chopped vegetables for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days or freeze for up to three months.