Elevate weeknight dinners with these delectable "Saucy Little Meat Loaves," the perfect twist on a comfort food classic. Featuring individual-sized loaves made from tender ground beef blended with flavorful ingredients like minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and finely chopped onion, this recipe is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Each mini meatloaf is topped with a sweet and tangy glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard, creating a rich, caramelized finish thatβs utterly irresistible. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, this recipe is ideal for busy families seeking a hearty, homemade meal with minimal effort. Serve these juicy meat loaves alongside creamy mashed potatoes or a crisp green salad for a dinner thatβs sure to become a household favorite!
Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well using clean hands or a spoon until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a small loaf, about the size of your palm. Place the mini meatloaves on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
In a small bowl, stir together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to create the sauce.
Using a spoon or brush, spread a generous amount of the sauce over each mini meatloaf, reserving some sauce for later if desired.
Bake the meatloaves in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 160Β°F (71Β°C) using a meat thermometer.
Remove the meatloaves from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes or a green salad.
Calories |
1504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 92.5 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.5 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 506 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 3568 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.4 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.2 g | ||
| Protein | 85.5 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1506 mg | 32% | |
*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.