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Best Ever Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf

Best Ever Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf That'll Wow Your Family

Discover the best ever balsamic glazed meatloaf recipe that combines savory beef and a tangy glaze, making it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs can substitute with crushed crackers or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg use a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1 small Onion or shallots for a more delicate flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder as a quick substitute
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar or red wine vinegar for a different taste
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup can substitute with barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce no perfect substitute
  • to taste Salt essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Ever Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing it.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in the greased loaf pan.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce to create the glaze.
  5. Brush the glaze generously over the shaped meatloaf.
  6. Bake for approximately 60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Slice and serve warm, ideally with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This meatloaf stores well for leftovers and can be frozen for later use. Consider experimenting with add-ins like fresh herbs for extra flavor.

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