Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 4 tablespoons ketchup (divided)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (divided)
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, add beef and breadcrumbs. Pour the milk directly over the bread crumbs. Add 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, nutmeg, pepper, salt and onion powder. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, crack egg and whisk it slightly. Add egg to the meat mixture. (This helps to prevent overworking the meat while combining.) Use your hands to combine ingredients well, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture.
  • Form meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape and then transfer to a roasting pan (I use glass). Free form into a loaf shape. You may notice cracks in the loaf. Run your hands under warm water and then across the meatloaf to smooth the cracks out. Set meatloaf aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar. Mix well with a fork. Apply glaze evenly to the top of your meatloaf.
  • Cover pan with aluminum foil. Place meatloaf in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. The sides of loaf should be lightly browned before removing foil.
  • Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, then remove from oven and allow the meatloaf to rest, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes. Slice, serve and enjoy!