Sweet & Sour Meat Loaf
Description
This Sweet & Sour Meat Loaf combines the comforting texture of traditional meatloaf with a zesty, tangy twist. By blending ground lean beef with ground pork, you achieve a juicy, flavorful interior that stays moist during baking. The secret lies in the sauce: a homemade mixture of tomato sauce, light brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard that doubles as both a binder and a glaze. The result is a dish with a sticky, sweet-savory crust and a tender crumb. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe is easy to assemble and delivers robust flavors that pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or simple green beans. Its a unique take on a classic thats sure to become a family favorite.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard to create the sauce mixture.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, beaten eggs, minced onions, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper.
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Add 1 cup of the prepared sauce mixture to the meat mixture and mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender.
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Lightly grease a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish or loaf pan. Pack the meat mixture evenly into the dish.
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Pour the remaining 1/4 cup of sauce mixture evenly over the top of the meat loaf.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the meat loaf is firm to the touch and cooked through.
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Let the meat loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 971.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 43.7g68%
- Saturated Fat 16.8g85%
- Cholesterol 222.5mg75%
- Sodium 15519.7mg647%
- Total Carbohydrate 59.4g20%
- Dietary Fiber 4.0g16%
- Sugars 33.7g
- Protein 79.5g159%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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