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simple meatloaf recipe With Roasted Red Pepper Glaze
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This simple meatloaf recipe with a vibrant, sweet-tangy roasted red pepper glaze is a tender, savory family favorite, perfect for a comforting and flavorful dinner with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef, 80/20 lean
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 1 cup jarred roasted red peppers
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme or oregano
- salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
Optional (plan-ahead): If you’re shopping for the week, I put this into a 4-Week Meal Plan + Grocery Lists so dinner’s already decided before your day gets busy.
Instructions
- Prep And Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Dice the onion finely and mince the garlic.
- Mix Meatloaf Base: In your large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined (overmixing can lead to a tough simple meatloaf recipe).
- Form And Initial Bake: Press the mixture firmly into your loaf pan, or shape it into a loaf on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Craft The Glaze: While the meatloaf bakes, combine the jarred roasted red peppers, ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth.
- Glaze And Finish Bake: After 30 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven. Brush half of the roasted red pepper glaze generously over the top. Return to the oven and continue baking for another 20-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest And Serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Brush with remaining glaze for extra flavor and shine.
Notes
For variations, use ground turkey or chicken, or add 0.25 cup more breadcrumbs if the mixture is too loose. For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze. Always use fresh garlic and onion for best flavor. Ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and rest for 10 minutes before slicing for optimal moisture. Practice kitchen safety by washing hands and using oven mitts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 85 g)
- Calories: 350 calories
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg