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Savory Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Meatloaf Recipe with Tangy Glaze

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A comforting and crowd-pleasing meatloaf wrapped in crispy bacon and topped with a tangy BBQ glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef (85% lean)
  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 10 to 12 slices thick-cut bacon (Applewood smoked preferred)
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Optional: a dash of hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and hot sauce if using. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into a loaf about 9×5 inches on the prepared baking sheet or loaf pan.
  5. Lay bacon slices over the top of the meatloaf, slightly overlapping and tucking ends under the loaf if using a baking sheet.
  6. Brush half of the BBQ glaze over the bacon-wrapped meatloaf.
  7. Bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and brush the remaining glaze over the meatloaf.
  9. Return to oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  10. Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer; it should read 160°F (71°C).
  11. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to avoid a dense meatloaf. Use thick-cut bacon for best results. Tent with foil if bacon or glaze browns too quickly. Let meatloaf rest before slicing to keep it moist. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk.

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