Sloppy Joe Meatloaf

Get ready to elevate comfort food with this irresistible Sloppy Joe Meatloaf recipe—a hearty twist on two nostalgic favorites combined into one delicious dish. Made with juicy ground beef, fragrant onion and bell pepper, and a perfectly balanced blend of seasonings, this meatloaf is moistened with whole milk and Italian breadcrumbs for a tender texture. The star of the show is the tangy Sloppy Joe-inspired glaze, a mouthwatering mix of ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes. Ready in just over an hour, this family-friendly meal is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables to round out a satisfying dinner that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
• 0.5 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 2 whole large eggs
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, diced onion, diced green bell pepper, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, make the Sloppy Joe glaze by whisking together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste until smooth.

Step 4

Set aside half of the glaze for serving. Pour the remaining glaze into the meat mixture and gently combine until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly to shape the meatloaf.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the reserved glaze over the top of the meatloaf, ensuring it is well coated.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm with the additional reserved glaze spooned on top or on the side. Optionally, pair with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1614.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2847.4

Total Fat 138.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 466.2mg	0%
Sodium 5672.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 279.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 96.6g
Protein 150.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 501.3mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 3200.9mg	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: 42.1%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 37.6%