Mel'S Sweetloaf Recipe

Name: Mel'S Sweetloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds ground beef; 3/4 cup diced onion; 1 cup bread crumbs ( I use seasoned); 1 egg- beaten; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon Hungarian (sweet) paprika; 1 teaspoon dried mustard powder; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Combine meat, onions, crumbs, and egg- mix well ( I use my hands).
3
In a separate bowl, whisk to combine ketchup, brown sugar, lemon juice, paprika, dry mustard, and salt and pepper (taste to adjust).
4
Add half of ketchup mixture to meat and mix in, reserve other half, set aside.
5
Put meat into ungreased loaf pan, and tuck down to form solid loaf.
6
Bake for 1 hour. Remove loaf from oven, and pour off juices. Coat top with remaining ketchup mix, and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
7
Enjoy with classic mashed potatoes and spinach bacon salad!

624

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1.5 pounds ground beef, 3/4 cup diced onion, 1 cup bread crumbs ( I use seasoned), 1 egg- beaten, and more.

Yes, Mel'S Sweetloaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mel'S Sweetloaf

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Variations & substitutions

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