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Sweet & Sour Meat Loaf

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 971.5
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
  • 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
  • 2 pound Ground lean beef
  • 1/2 cup Light brown sugar
  • 1/2 pound Ground pork
  • 1/4 cup Vinegar
  • 2 Eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Prepared mustard
  • 1/4 cup Minced onions
  • 1/2 cup Soft bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard to create the sauce mixture.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, beaten eggs, minced onions, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper.
  4. 4
    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.
  5. 5
    Lightly grease a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish or loaf pan. Pack the meat mixture evenly into the dish.
  6. 6
    Pour the remaining 1/4 cup of sauce mixture evenly over the top of the meat loaf.
  7. 7
    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.
  8. 8
    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.

Keywords: meatloaf, sweet and sour, beef, pork, baked, dinner, family meal, tomato sauce, glaze, comfort food, easy recipe, casserole, savory, tangy
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