Meat and Nut Loaf

Elevate your comfort food game with this irresistibly hearty Meat and Nut Loaf! Packed with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, this recipe introduces a delightful twist by incorporating a mix of roughly chopped almonds, walnuts, and pecans for added texture and nutty richness. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, fresh parsley, and dried thyme, this flavorful loaf is topped off with a sweet-tangy glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Perfectly moist and outrageously satisfying, this protein-packed dish is a versatile crowd-pleaser. Ideal for weeknight dinners or Sunday feasts, serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or vibrant steamed vegetables for a truly comforting meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 500 grams ground pork
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 100 grams mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans), roughly chopped
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 2 large eggs
• 60 milliliters milk
• 15 milliliters Worcestershire sauce
• 15 grams fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 60 milliliters ketchup
• 30 grams brown sugar
• 5 milliliters apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork. Mix gently to avoid overworking the meat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, mixed nuts, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Use clean hands or a wooden spoon to mix until evenly combined.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press down gently to eliminate air pockets and shape the top for even cooking.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make a glaze.

Step 6

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf using a spoon or pastry brush.

Step 7

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F) when checked with a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes in the pan to allow the juices to settle.

Step 9

Carefully lift the meatloaf out of the pan and transfer it to a cutting board. Slice and serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1613.1 grams (1613.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4025

Total Fat 264.80g	339%
Saturated Fat 84.30g	422%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1159mg	386%
Sodium 5259mg	229%
Total Carbohydrate 166.10g	60%
Dietary Fiber 16.40g	59%
Total Sugars 61.00g
Protein 261.70g	523%

Vitamin D 109IU	546%
Calcium 624mg	48%
Iron 26mg	144%
Potassium 2625mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 16.2%