Bourbon-Infused Meatloaf

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

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A tender, savory meatloaf with a hint of bourbon and sweet glaze, evoking the warmth of a classic family kitchen. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs Ground beef, Breadcrumbs, Large egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 50 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb Ground beef
1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
1 Large egg
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1/4 cup Onion
1 clove Garlic
1 tbsp Bourbon
3 tbsp Ketchup
2 tbsp Brown sugar
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup finely diced onion, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tbsp bourbon. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined—do not overwork the meat.
Step 2: Transfer mixture to a 9x5-inch loaf pan, pressing firmly to compact. In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp ketchup and 2 tbsp brown sugar until smooth. Spread evenly over the meatloaf.
Step 3: Bake for 45–50 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F and glaze is bubbling and caramelized. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing to lock in juices.