Smoky Onion Barbecue Meatloaf
Smoky Onion Barbecue Meatloaf
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 1 pound ground beef, 80/20 lean
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, plus 1/2 cup for glaze
- 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon pieces, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, plain breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce, dried onion flakes, cooked bacon pieces, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Using your hands (or a sturdy spoon), gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a tough meatloaf.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Form it into a loaf shape, approximately 9 inches long by 5 inches wide, and about 2 1/2 inches high.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 350
- 6
After 30 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven. Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf, creating a delicious glaze.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Return the glazed meatloaf to the oven and continue baking for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when measured with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 350
- 8
Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven. Loosely tent it with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
⏱️ 10 min
- 9
Slice the meatloaf into thick portions and serve warm.
⏱️ 3 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Smoky Onion Barbecue Meatloaf
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 1 pound ground beef, 80/20 lean
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, plus 1/2 cup for glaze
- 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon pieces, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, plain breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce, dried onion flakes, cooked bacon pieces, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Using your hands (or a sturdy spoon), gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a tough meatloaf.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Form it into a loaf shape, approximately 9 inches long by 5 inches wide, and about 2 1/2 inches high.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 350 - 6
After 30 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven. Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf, creating a delicious glaze.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Return the glazed meatloaf to the oven and continue baking for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when measured with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 350 - 8
Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven. Loosely tent it with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
⏱️ 10 min - 9
Slice the meatloaf into thick portions and serve warm.
⏱️ 3 min