Southern Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze

Here’s a classic Southern Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze—comfort food at its finest 🍽️❤️

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Southern Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

Meatloaf

• 2 lbs (900 g) ground beef (or half beef, half pork)

• 1 cup breadcrumbs

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup milk

• 2 eggs, beaten

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Brown Sugar Glaze

• ½ cup brown sugar

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tsp mustard (optional for tang)

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Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat Oven

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)

• Line a loaf pan with parchment or lightly grease it

2️⃣ Make the Meatloaf

1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, milk, eggs, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika.

2. Mix gently with your hands until just combined—avoid overmixing for tender meatloaf.

3. Shape into a loaf or press into a loaf pan.

3️⃣ Prepare the Glaze

• Mix brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard in a small bowl.

• Spread half over the top of the meatloaf.

4️⃣ Bake

• Bake 50–60 minutes

• About 10 minutes before done, spread the remaining glaze on top for a sticky, caramelized finish.

5️⃣ Rest & Serve

• Let the meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing

• Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or cornbread

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Tips

• Extra moist meatloaf: Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes before mixing

• Make ahead: Shape the loaf the night before; refrigerate and bake the next day

• Flavor boost: Add chopped bell peppers or shredded cheese inside

• Brown sugar glaze variation: Try honey or maple syrup for a different sweetness

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If you want, I can also give a 5-ingredient shortcut version that’s just as rich and Southern, perfect for busy weeknights.