Golden Corral Meatloaf Recipe
The Golden Corral Meatloaf Recipe is more than just a list of ingredients and steps; it's narrative of comfort, nostalgia, and shared meals.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons and cups
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Oven
- Skillet
Ingredients
- Ground beef 2 lbs
- Breadcrumbs 1 cup
- Whole milk ¾ cup
- Large eggs 2
- Medium onion, finely chopped 1
- Bell pepper, finely chopped 1
- Garlic cloves, minced 3
- Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon
- Salt 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper ½ teaspoon
- Olive oil (for sautéing) 2 tablespoons
For The Glaze:
- Ketchup ½ cup
- Brown sugar 2 tablespoons
- Apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon
- Mustard 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions, bell pepper, and garlic until they become translucent.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add in the sautéed onion mixture and blend until just combined.
- Mold the meat mixture into the loaf pan.
- For the glaze, in a separate bowl, mix together ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard. Spread half of this mixture over the meatloaf.
- Bake for about 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- Halfway through baking, spread the remaining glaze over the meatloaf.
- Once done, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- To achieve the optimal flavor and texture similar to the Golden Corral Meatloaf Recipe, ensure your ground beef is at least 85% lean.
- While our recipe captures the essence of Golden Corral's culinary delights, variations in ingredient quality can lead to subtle flavor differences.
- For those looking to cut down on fats, you can use ground turkey as a substitute. However, this might slightly change the flavor profile.
- The glaze's caramelized exterior provides a sweet contrast to the savory meatloaf. Feel free to adjust the sweetness level to suit your personal preference by tweaking the brown sugar quantity.
- For a juicier meatloaf, consider adding a splash of beef broth to the mixture. It imparts additional moisture and enriches the flavor.