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Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf Recipe

Recipe by meat and melt

This Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf Recipe is juicy, smoky, and packed with cozy comfort food flavor. Tender seasoned beef is wrapped in crispy bacon, brushed with a sweet tangy glaze, and baked until perfectly moist and delicious for an easy family dinner.

  • Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 bacon strips
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon beef bouillon powder
  • 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet or baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange the bacon strips slightly overlapping on the parchment paper to create a base large enough to wrap around the meatloaf.
  3. In a small bowl, combine ketchup, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar. Stir until smooth and set aside.
  4. Heat a drizzle of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, thyme, and bell pepper. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, beef bouillon powder, milk, and the cooled vegetable mixture.
  6. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix or the meatloaf can become dense.
  7. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf directly on top of the bacon strips.
  8. Brush about two-thirds of the glaze over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
  9. Carefully wrap the bacon strips around the meatloaf, overlapping slightly as needed.
  10. Brush the remaining glaze over the bacon wrapped loaf.
  11. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F using a meat thermometer.
  12. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use regular cut bacon for easier wrapping and crispier texture.
  • Avoid overmixing the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender.
  • Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing helps keep it juicy.
  • Leftovers make amazing sandwiches the next day.
  • Add shredded cheddar cheese to the center for an extra cheesy version.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 363 kcal
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 1042mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 84mg

Find it online: https://meatandmelt.com/bacon-wrapped-meatloaf-recipe/