Marvelous Meatloaf Topping Recipe

Elevate your meatloaf, burgers, or chicken with this flavorful and surprisingly healthy topping! Inspired by a 1995 classic cookbook, this recipe adds a warm, aromatic touch with ground nutmeg. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this easy-to-make topping takes just minutes to prepare and adds incredible depth of flavor. Makes about 1/4 cup.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Calories 30.6 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Marvelous Meatloaf Topping

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How to Make Marvelous Meatloaf Topping

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and ground nutmeg until smooth.
  2. Spread the sauce evenly over your meatloaf, burgers, or chicken during the last 10 minutes of cooking. This allows the topping to caramelize and create a delicious, slightly sweet and savory glaze.
  3. Broil for the last 2-3 minutes (optional) to achieve a deeper caramelization and extra texture.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g