Easy and Delicious Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• **For the Meatloaf:**
• 1 1/2 lbs (680g) ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
• 1/2 lb (225g) ground pork or veal (optional for extra tenderness)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for slight heat)
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional but adds richness)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• **For the Balsamic Glaze:**
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or honey)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper