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Brown Sugar and Ketchup Glazed Meatloaf Recipe with Hidden Veggies

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A quick and easy meatloaf recipe featuring a sweet and tangy brown sugar and ketchup glaze with hidden shredded carrots and zucchini for added nutrition without compromising flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80% lean)
  • 1 cup (about 120 g) shredded carrots, finely shredded
  • 1 cup (about 130 g) finely chopped zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 3/4 cup (about 75 g) breadcrumbs, plain or seasoned
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk, whole or 2%
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • Salt to taste (start with 1 tsp)
  • Black pepper to taste (start with 1/2 tsp)
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) ketchup
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) mustard, yellow or Dijon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the middle.
  2. Shred 1 cup of carrots and finely chop 1 cup of zucchini. Squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, shredded carrots, chopped zucchini, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly without overmixing.
  4. Transfer the mixture into a 9×5 inch loaf pan, pressing gently to form an even, compact shape. Alternatively, shape into a free-form loaf about 8 inches long and 4 inches wide on a rimmed baking sheet.
  5. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard until smooth and glossy to prepare the glaze.
  6. Brush or spoon the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Halfway through baking (around 30 minutes), brush on extra glaze for a thicker coating if desired.
  8. Remove from oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

[‘Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini to prevent soggy meatloaf.’, ‘Mix gently to avoid a dense loaf.’, ‘Apply glaze twice for a sticky, thick crust.’, ‘Let meatloaf rest before slicing for juicier results.’, ‘Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness.’, ‘Breadcrumbs can be substituted with almond flour or gluten-free crumbs for gluten-free version.’, ‘Ground beef can be swapped with ground turkey, chicken, or pork; adjust fat content accordingly.’, ‘Milk can be replaced with almond or oat milk for dairy-free needs.’]

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Keywords: meatloaf, brown sugar glaze, ketchup glaze, hidden veggies, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food

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