Description
Indulge in this savory BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf, a delightful twist on classic comfort food. This meatloaf combines the juicy goodness of a cheeseburger with the rich, smoky flavors of BBQ sauce and crispy bacon, all baked to perfection. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ lbs ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for topping)
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp mustard powder
Instructions
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- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cheddar cheese, bacon, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, BBQ sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Transfer the mixture to the loaf pan, pressing it down evenly to form a loaf shape.
- Spread a layer of BBQ sauce on top of the meatloaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
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- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meat mixture.
- Substitute ground turkey for a leaner version of this meatloaf.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 6 servings)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: BBQ, Bacon, Meatloaf, Cheeseburger, Comfort Food