BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf Sensation

Indulge in this BBQ Bacon Meatloaf, where savory ground beef meets the rich, smoky essence of crispy bacon. Wrapped in a delicate layer of bacon and glazed with tangy barbecue sauce, this meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food for barbecue enthusiasts. Perfectly baked to juicy perfection, each slice unveils a mouthwatering blend of flavors that will keep you coming back for more.
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8-10 slices of bacon
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (plus extra for glazing)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2.
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 3.
Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
- 4.
Wrap slices of bacon around the meatloaf, tucking the ends underneath.
- 5.
Brush a layer of barbecue sauce over the bacon-wrapped meatloaf.
- 6.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, basting with extra barbecue sauce halfway through.
- 7.
Once cooked through and bacon is crispy, remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
- 8.
Slice and serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side.