Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavorful Creole Meatloaf, a Southern-inspired twist on a classic comfort food. Packed with a bold blend of ground beef and pork, this meatloaf is infused with the trinity of finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery, along with a kick of Creole seasoning for a zesty, flavorful bite. A tangy-sweet tomato glaze, made with ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, takes this dish to the next level. Perfectly moist and seasoned, this hearty meatloaf comes together in just 20 minutes of prep, making it an easy yet impressive choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve with buttery mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a complete Creole-inspired meal that’s sure to earn rave reviews!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil and sauté the chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Creole seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.
Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet, or press it into the loaf pan.
In a small bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make the glaze.
Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven, spread the remaining glaze over the meatloaf, and return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let the meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Creole-inspired dish!
Calories |
2902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 182.0 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.1 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 853 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 6002 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.0 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.5 g | ||
| Protein | 199.7 g | 399% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 514 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2975 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.