Description
Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf delivers a savory, smoky crust with a tender, juicy interior that makes it a comforting centerpiece for any family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 slices thick-cut bacon
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×5 loaf pan with foil.
- Mix milk and breadcrumbs to create a panade.
- Sauté diced onion and garlic until soft and cool.
- Combine meat, egg, spices, aromatics, and panade gently by hand.
- Shape meat in pan, wrap tightly with bacon slices, and return to pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- Brush with ketchup glaze and bake 15-20 minutes until internal temp reaches 160°F.
- Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Keywords: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months. Reheat gently to preserve moisture.