✨ Introduction
This juicy meatloaf 🥩 is packed with flavor and topped with a rich tomato glaze 🍅. Baked until golden and tender, it’s a timeless comfort dish perfect for family dinners or festive meals! 😋
🧂 Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g ground beef
- 🧅 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🍞 ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🧂 Salt, pepper, paprika to taste
- 🛢️ 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 🍅 ½ cup ketchup or tomato paste
- 🍯 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
- 🌿 Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- 🔥 Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking tray with foil.
- 🥣 In a bowl, mix ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, olive oil, and seasonings.
- 🥄 Shape into a loaf and place on the tray.
- 🍅 In a small bowl, mix ketchup and sugar. Spread glaze over the meatloaf.
- 🔥 Bake for 45–55 minutes until cooked through and glaze is caramelized.
- 🌿 Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
🔄 Methods
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version 🐔.
- Add grated carrots or bell peppers for extra texture 🥕🌶️.
- Make it spicy with chili flakes or harissa 🌶️.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or salad 🥔🍚🥗.
📚 History
Meatloaf is a classic dish in American and European kitchens 🇺🇸🇩🇪, often served at family tables. This glazed version adds Moroccan warmth 🇲🇦 with bold seasoning and a sweet-savory finish.
💪 Benefits
- 🥩 Protein from beef
- 🍅 Antioxidants from tomato glaze
- 🧄 Immune-boosting garlic
- 🍞 Energy from breadcrumbs
🎨 Formation
Serve sliced on a platter with glaze drizzled over. Pair with creamy mashed potatoes 🥔 or fresh greens 🥗 for a complete meal.
✅ Conclusion
Classic Glazed Meatloaf is rich, savory, and satisfying—a golden centerpiece that brings warmth to any table! 🥩🍅🔥
❤️ Lovers
- 👨👩👧👦 Families
- 🧑🍳 Comfort food fans
- 🥩 Meat lovers
- 🍅 Sauce enthusiasts
- 🎉 Dinner hosts