Smith's Signature Meatloaf with Herb Glaze
A hearty, family-style meatloaf featuring a savory herb glaze that caramelizes beautifully, honoring the most common American surname with classic comfort food. This american-inspired one pot 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 420 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 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Mix gently with hands until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Step 2: Press mixture firmly into a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard until smooth. Spread evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Step 3: Bake for 50-55 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the glaze is bubbling and golden at the edges. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Smith's Signature Meatloaf with Herb Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (25 min prep + 55 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Smith's Signature Meatloaf with Herb Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smith's Signature Meatloaf with Herb Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Smith's Signature Meatloaf with Herb Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Smith's Signature Meatloaf with Herb Glaze?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
