Possum's Zesty Meatloaf

Dive into comfort food perfection with Possum's Zesty Meatloaf, a savory and flavor-packed twist on the classic dinner staple. This recipe combines tender ground beef and pork with rich, aromatic ingredients like minced garlic, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce for layers of depth in every bite. The secret to its irresistible texture lies in the breadcrumb and milk panade, ensuring each slice is moist and tender. Topped with a sweet and tangy glaze made of ketchup, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar, this hearty meatloaf is oven-baked to perfection with a caramelized finish that will make your taste buds sing. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to golden glory, this six-serving dish pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or crisp green beans for a meal your family will request time and again. Perfect for weeknight dinners or Sunday gatherings, this zesty meatloaf is comfort food elevated!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds ground beef
• 0.5 pounds ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 medium (finely diced) yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let them soak for 5 minutes to create a panade.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, diced onion, minced garlic, soaked breadcrumb mixture, egg, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined—do not overmix.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press it down gently to create an even loaf shape.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar to create the glaze.

Step 6

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (70°C).

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes and green beans. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1501.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3047.7

Total Fat 187.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 886.2mg	0%
Sodium 6068.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 156.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 60.3g
Protein 200.5g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 455.9mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 2426.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.1%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 20.1%