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Brown Sugar Glazed Meatloaf Recipe Easy Hidden Veggies Comfort Meal

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A cozy and comforting meatloaf recipe featuring a sweet brown sugar glaze and hidden grated carrots and zucchini for added moisture and nutrition. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners and picky eaters.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium)
  • 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (90 g) or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup milk (120 ml) or almond/oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (70 g)
  • 1/4 cup ketchup (60 ml)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grate the carrots and zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and gently squeeze to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, grated carrots and zucchini, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Pat evenly without compressing too tightly.
  5. In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, ketchup, and Dijon mustard until smooth to make the glaze.
  6. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). If the glaze browns too quickly, loosely tent the meatloaf with foil halfway through baking.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meat mixture to prevent a dense texture. Remove excess moisture from zucchini to avoid sogginess. Apply glaze generously and consider brushing a second layer 10 minutes before baking ends for a thicker crust. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaf reaches 160°F for safe consumption. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour; for dairy-free, use almond or oat milk.

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