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Meatloaf Patties

Comforting Meatloaf Patties with a Sweet Glaze You’ll Love

These Meatloaf Patties bring nostalgic comfort to your table with a sweet glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use an 80/20 blend for optimal flavor and moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use plain or panko for a lighter texture.
  • 1 small Onion Finely grated or minced for even distribution.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Substitute with Italian seasoning if needed.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works in a pinch.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.
For the Sweet Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Base for the glaze.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Enhances flavor of the glaze.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Adds depth to the glaze.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Provides tanginess.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard to create the glaze.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, grated onion, minced garlic, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center.
  5. Place the patties on the baking sheet and generously apply half of the sweet glaze on top.
  6. Bake the patties in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then brush with the remaining glaze.
  7. Return the patties to the oven and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes until done.
  8. Let the patties rest for 5 minutes before serving to redistribute juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pattyCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These patties are great with sides like mashed potatoes or a crisp salad. For optimal flavor, use an 80/20 blend of beef.

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