Sheet Pan Cranberry Glazed Meatloaf and Green Beans
Sheet Pan Cranberry Glazed Meatloaf and Green Beans is a heartwarming one-pan dinner that combines the savory goodness of meatloaf with the sweet-tart delight of cranberry glaze. Paired with vibrant green beans roasted to tender-crisp perfection, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Easy to prepare and clean up, it promises comfort and satisfaction in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread half of the cranberry sauce over the top of the meatloaf; reserve the rest for later.
- Arrange green beans around the meatloaf; drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C). Optionally add more cranberry sauce in the last five minutes of baking.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serve with remaining glaze drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 525mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg