Meatloaf Skewers with Pomegranate Glaze

Several years ago I took a Pro-Chef class at The Savory Chef a local gourmet food store and this was one of the items we made during the Appetizer portion of the class.  As I am a fan of a good savory meatloaf this was my favorite item we made that night.

Meatloaf Skewers with Pomegranate Glaze
(Serves 10 - 15)
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Meatloaf Ingredients:
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cups seasoned bread crumbs
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup of a variety of finely chopped fresh herbs
30 - 35 mini skewers or wooden skewers cut in 1/2

Pomegranate Glaze Ingredients:
2 cups pomegranate juice
1/4 cup sugar

Directions:

1. Place oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°.  Put the sheet tray in the oven to preheat.

2. Mix all ingredients together by hand, making sure it is well mixed.

3. Shape mini meatloaves and set on the preheated tray.

4. Bake for 20 minutes.

5. While the meatloaves are cooking, prepare the Pomegranate Glaze.

6. Combine juice and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Cook until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 8 minutes).

7. Brush the nearly done meatloaves with the glaze and bake for another 10 - 15 minutes or until done.

8. Brush more of the glaze on the done meatloaves and let sit for 5 minutes before putting them on the skewers.