Meat Loaf with Balsamic Glaze

This is an amazing recipe that my mother got from her friend. I know the sound of meatloaf turns some people off, but give this recipe a try and I promise you and your guests won't be disappointed. It is pure comfort all the way!

Meatloaf:
1/2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 Cup minced yellow onion
1/4 Cup grated carrot
3 minced garlic cloves
SAUTE ALL OF THE ABOVE UNTIL TENDER

1 LB. ground beef
1 LB. ground pork
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
1 tbsp minced parsely
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 egg
1/2 Cup bread crumbs

Combine above ingredients with sauteed mixture and bake 45 minutes @325 degrees.

Glaze:
1/4 Cup brewed coffee
1/4 Cup bourbon or wiskey
1/4 Cup brown sugar
1/8 Cup soy sauce
HEAT ABOVE IN SAUCE PAN UNTIL REDUCED BY HALF,  then add:

1/4 Cup ketchup

3 tbsp Traditional Aged Balsamic Vinegar or any other flavor aged balsamic

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

After baking meatloaf 45 minutes, liberally brush glaze and
bake another 15 minutes.  Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes before slicing.  Serve with mashed potatoes.
ENJOY!