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Meatloaf gets a modern makeover in this Sheet‑Pan BBQ Meatloaf & Roasted Vegetables recipe. As a professional food writer and home cook, I love turning a classic into an easy, all‑in‑one skillet dinner—except it’s a sheet pan. The tangy BBQ glaze contrasts beautifully with tender meat and caramelized veggies, and cleanup is a breeze. Here’s my no‑fail formula:

Ingredients

• Meatloaf:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)

  • 1 lb ground pork or turkey

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 small onion, finely diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

• BBQ Glaze:

  • ⅓ cup ketchup

  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• Vegetables:

  • 1 lb baby carrots

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and pepper

Step‑by‑Step Process

1. Preheat & Prep Pan
   Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with foil and spray lightly.

2. Soak Breadcrumbs
   In a bowl, combine panko and milk; let sit 5 minutes until absorbed.

3. Mix Meatloaf
   In a large bowl, mix both meats, soaked breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Handle gently—over‑mixing makes loaf tough.

4. Shape & Add Veggies
   Shape mixture into a 10×4‑inch loaf on one side of pan. Toss carrots and sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on the other half.

5. Bake & Glaze
   Bake 20 minutes. Whisk glaze ingredients, brush half over meatloaf. Return to oven 10 minutes, brush remaining glaze, and bake 5 more minutes until internal temp hits 160 °F.

6. Rest & Serve
   Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted vegetables straight from the pan.

Why It Works

• Dual Proteins: Beef and pork/turkey blend for flavor and moisture.

• Balanced Glaze: Sweet‑tangy BBQ complements savory meat.

• One‑Pan Ease: Minimal dishes, maximum comfort.

This Sheet‑Pan BBQ Meatloaf & Roasted Veggies is guaranteed to become a family favorite—classic flavors, modern convenience, and that unbeatable BBQ finish. Enjoy every slice!