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sliced glazed meatloaf
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Easy Meatloaf without breadcrumbs and eggs (Cajun-spiced meatloaf)

No breadcrumbs or eggs are need to make this flavorful and tender meatloaf at home.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3 -4
Calories: 452kcal
Author: Abbey McDermott

Equipment

Ingredients

Meatloaf

  • 1 medium green bell pepper roughly chopped
  • 1 small-medium onion or ½ large, roughly chopped
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin optional
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 ⅓ pounds meatloaf mix blend of beef, pork, veal

Glaze

  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon light or dark brown sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400℉. Line a quarter sheet pan (note 1) with aluminum foil. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, add the green pepper and onion and pulse until finely chopped.  Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add the oregano, thyme, paprika, cumin (optional), garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Add the meat and gently mix. Use a fork to prevent overworking the meat. (Note 2)
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and shape into a brick approx. 4x8 inches.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar.
  • Brush the ketchup glaze over the top of the meatloaf. Bake until the internal temperature reaches 160℉, approx. another 10-15 minutes.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  1. A sheet pan or shallow casserole dish is best for cooking meatloaf because it allows the heat to circulate around the meatloaf. Avoid using deep meatloaf pans because the meat will steam and won't brown or caramelize around the edges.
  2. Work the meat as little as possible to prevent a dense, tough loaf.  Mix all of the seasonings together first, before adding the meat.  Also, use a fork to gently mix the meat into the seasonings.

Nutrition

Calories: 452kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 192mg | Potassium: 211mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 412IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 7mg