Heirloom Meatloaf with Maple-Dijon Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

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A savory, moist meatloaf with a sweet-tangy maple-Dijon glaze, featuring a blend of ground beef and pork for rich flavor and a classic family recipe perfected for modern kitchens. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs Ground beef, Ground pork, Breadcrumbs 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 lb Ground pork
1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
1 Egg
1/2 cup (diced) Onion
2 cloves (minced) Garlic
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp Pure maple syrup
1 tsp Apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 egg, 1/2 cup diced onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard. Mix gently with hands until just combined.
Step 2: Transfer mixture to a lined baking sheet and shape into a loaf. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp pure maple syrup and 1 tsp apple cider vinegar to make the glaze.
Step 3: Brush glaze evenly over the meatloaf. Bake for 45-50 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F and glaze is caramelized, flipping halfway through cooking.