This easy meatloaf recipe sure lives up to its name. The buttermilk works its tangy magic to make this meatloaf tender, moist, and delicious. A glossy brown sugar glaze finishes off the meatloaf and is a perfect complement to the flavorful ingredients like onion, garlic, tarragon, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce that make it into the mixture. Enjoy this winning meatloaf with mashed potatoes and green beans for a complete meal.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 medium onion, minced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 1/2 pounds ground beef
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2 1/2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried tarragon
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 cup ketchup
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 teaspoon hot sauce
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1 cup plain breadcrumbs
For the Glaze:
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1/3 cup brown sugar
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1 teaspoon cider vinegar
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2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Steps to Make It
Make the Meatloaf:
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Gather the ingredients.
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In a sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until translucent.
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Remove from the heat, stir in the garlic, and let cool to room temperature.
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Preheat the oven to 325 F.
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In a large bowl, add the ground beef, the onion and garlic mixture, and all of the remaining meatloaf ingredients. Gently mix to incorporate.
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Lightly grease the bottom of a shallow roasting pan with a few drops of oil.
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Wet your hands with cold water and form the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape, on the prepared pan, about 6 inches wide by about 3 to 4 inches high.
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Bake for 30 minutes.
Make the Glaze:
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Gather the ingredients.
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While the meatloaf is baking, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl.
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Remove the meatloaf from the oven and evenly spread the glaze over the top with a spoon. If you like, you can put a little of the glaze on the sides, but most of it should go on the top.
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Bake for about 30 minutes more. Insert an instant-read thermometer into the center to make sure the meatloaf is done; it should reach at least 160 F.
Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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545 | Calories |
30g | Fat |
25g | Carbs |
43g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 8 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 545 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 30g | 38% |
Saturated Fat 12g | 59% |
Cholesterol 181mg | 60% |
Sodium 1144mg | 50% |
Total Carbohydrate 25g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 13g | |
Protein 43g | |
Vitamin C 2mg | 11% |
Calcium 118mg | 9% |
Iron 5mg | 29% |
Potassium 723mg | 15% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |