Irish Pub Meatloaf
Bring the cozy flavors of the Emerald Isle straight to your dinner table with this Irish Pub Meatloaf—a hearty, flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. Packed with a rich blend of ground beef and pork, this recipe elevates traditional meatloaf with finely chopped carrots, celery, and onions, adding both texture and depth. The homemade glaze, made with ketchup, brown sugar, and a splash of Irish whiskey, creates a sticky-sweet topping that perfectly complements the savory loaf. With a touch of Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh parsley, this dish bursts with pub-inspired charm. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, serve this meatloaf alongside creamy mashed potatoes and sautéed greens for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal reminiscent of a classic Irish pub feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 small carrots, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery stalks, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.75 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cooked vegetables, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a large spoon until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and shape it evenly into a loaf.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, Irish whiskey, and brown sugar to make the glaze.
Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, then remove it and spread the remaining glaze on top.
Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and sautéed greens. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.3 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 168 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 1337 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.6 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 660 mg | 14% | |
*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.
