Maple-Glazed Meatloaf with Carrots and Onions

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A classic meatloaf with a sweet maple glaze and tender vegetables, baked to golden perfection for a comforting family dinner. This American-inspired comfort-food recipe, ready in about 80 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 350 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: 60 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine 1 pound ground beef, 1/2 pound ground pork, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, and 1/4 cup milk. Mix gently until combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup onion finely diced, 1/2 cup carrots finely diced, 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.
  3. Step 3: Press mixture into a 9x5 inch loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
  4. Step 4: After 45 minutes, remove from oven. Mix 2 tablespoons ketchup and 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, then brush over meatloaf. Return to oven and bake for 15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

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