Grandma’s Glazed Meatloaf: Comfort Food Your Family Will Love

Grandma’s Glazed Meatloaf is a classic family recipe that offers nostalgic comfort and delicious flavors, perfect for any dinner table.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf

1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey.
1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option.
1/2 cup Milk Can use almond milk for lactose-free version.
1 medium Chopped Onion Green onions can provide a milder taste.
2 large Eggs No direct substitutes recommended.
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Pepper

For the Glaze

1 cup Ketchup Consider using sugar-free ketchup for a healthier option.
1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with honey.
2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be a suitable substitute.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Baking Dish
meat thermometer

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, gluten-free breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and shape into a loaf about 2-3 inches tall.
In a separate bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce to prepare the glaze. Spread over the meatloaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, checking internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize the glaze with spices or consider different proteins to suit your taste.

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