Meatloaf with Mustard Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

A tender, herb-infused meatloaf with a tangy honey-mustard glaze, inspired by Midwest Scandinavian traditions. This Scandinavian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup, finely diced onion
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp dried dill
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup diced onion, 1 egg, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp dried dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix gently with hands until fully incorporated.
2. Step 2: Press the mixture evenly into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper, then smooth the top with a spatula.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Brush the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
4. Step 4: Bake for 45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F, then remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.