Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMidtown TavernBourbon Glazed Meat Loaf Recipe

Bourbon Glazed Meat Loaf Recipe

Inspired by Midtown Tavern
Time1h 30m
Serves6

Make Bourbon Glazed Meat Loaf Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meat Loaf Base

Method

Preparing the Meat Loaf

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Mix the Meat Loaf Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, beaten eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard. Mix until well combined, but do not overmix.

  3. 3

    Shape the Meat Loaf

    Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Making the Bourbon Glaze

  1. 4

    Combine Glaze Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, bourbon, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

  2. 5

    Simmer the Glaze

    Allow the glaze to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.

Baking the Meat Loaf

  1. 6

    Apply the Glaze

    Once the oven is preheated, pour half of the bourbon glaze over the shaped meat loaf, reserving the other half for later.

  2. 7

    Bake the Meat Loaf

    Bake the meat loaf in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).

  3. 8

    Add Remaining Glaze

    During the last 10 minutes of baking, brush the remaining bourbon glaze over the meat loaf.

Finishing Touches

  1. 9

    Rest and Serve

    Once the meat loaf is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

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