Bourbon Glazed Meatloaf
User Reviews
4
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
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Servings
10 servings
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Calories
431 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Bourbon Glazed Meatloaf
Description
Bourbon Glazed Meatloaf is made by mixing ground beef and pork with beaten egg, breadcrumbs, minced yellow onion, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper, creating a balanced and cohesive meat blend. The glaze, prepared by simmering fruit jam, dark brown sugar, hot chili sauce, bourbon, barbecue sauce, and water, reduces to a thick sauce that imparts sweetness and a smoky heat to the meatloaf's exterior.
The meat mixture is formed into a loaf of moderate thickness to promote even cooking, then coated with the prepared bourbon glaze. Baking the meatloaf for approximately 60 minutes allows the glaze to develop a caramelized layer while the interior fully cooks. This technique results in a tender, flavorful meatloaf with a glossy, spiced finish.
This dish is suitable as a satisfying entree, typically served sliced alongside complementary sides such as vegetables, mashed potatoes, or grains. The combination of ground meats and the nuanced glaze offers a comforting balance of savory, sweet, and mildly spicy flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 egg beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs you can also use dried, fresh
- 1/2 yellow onion peeled and minced
- 1 tsp salt
- black pepper fresh cracked; lots
Bourbon glaze
- 1 cup fruit jam I like to use apricot or cherry, or preserves
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar use regular brown sugar if you don't have dark
- 1 Tbsp hot chili sauce use more if you like things hotter, or Sriracha
- 1/2 cup bourbon or any kind of whiskey or cognac
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce favorite
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Set oven to 350F
- To make the sauce, put all the ingredients in a sauce pan and stir to combine. Bring to a boil lower the heat and simmer/boil gently, uncovered, for about 10 minutes until thickened. If you used a chunky jam you may want to use an immersion blender to puree the glaze.
- Put the meats in a large mixing bowl, breaking them apart into small pieces as you add them.
- Add the egg, breadcrumbs, onion and salt and pepper to the bowl. Mix everything well with your fingertips. You want to thoroughly incorporate all the elements without over-doing it.
- Form the meat into a loaf, not too tall and not too wide. You want it to cook evenly, so try to get it even from end to end.
- You can set it directly in a pan or on a baking sheet, or set it on a rack if you have one. Whatever you do, be sure to line the pan with foil since the glaze will drip and make a mess.
- Spread a layer of glaze all over the meatloaf and bake it for about 60 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in the center reads 155F. (It will continue to cook as it rests.) Note: I baste another layer of sauce on the meat halfway through the cooking.
- Remove the meat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Slather on a final coat of glaze just before serving, (heat it up on the stove so it is hot) and serve extra sauce on the side.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 431 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 431kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 592mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 338mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 37IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4
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