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BBQ Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf

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A comforting and easy meatloaf wrapped in smoky bacon and glazed with a tangy BBQ sauce, delivering a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20)
  • 10–12 thick-cut cooked bacon strips
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • BBQ glaze:
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard (Dijon or yellow)
  • A few dashes hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, diced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Place the meat mixture into an 8×4 inch loaf pan or shape it freehand into a loaf on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Lay 10-12 thick-cut bacon strips over the top, tucking the ends underneath the loaf to secure.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, and hot sauce if using to make the glaze.
  6. Brush the glaze generously over the bacon-wrapped loaf, saving some for halfway through baking.
  7. Bake for 1 hour, brushing with the remaining glaze after 30 minutes. The bacon should be crisp and the internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
  8. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
  9. Slice thickly and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender. Use thick-cut bacon for best results. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). If bacon browns too quickly, tent with foil. Let meatloaf rest before slicing to retain juices. Glaze can be adjusted for sweetness or tanginess.

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Keywords: BBQ, bacon wrapped, meatloaf, comfort food, easy dinner, tangy glaze, smoky, family meal

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