Brown Sugar Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, ketchup, brown sugar, onion, bell pepper, eggs, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
3. Mix together until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
4. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes.
6. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of ketchup and 1/4 cup of brown sugar. Spread the mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
7. Return to oven and continue baking for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf is 160°F (71°C).
8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Meatloaf is a dish that originated in Germany and has been popular in the United States since the late 19th century.
• The combination of ketchup and brown sugar is a classic glaze for meatloaf.
• The internal temperature of a meatloaf should reach 160°F (71°C) before it is considered done.