American Meatloaf with Bacon

Name: American Meatloaf with Bacon
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 680 g ground beef (min. 20% fat); 8 slices smoked bacon; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 60 g breadcrumbs; 1 large egg; 60 ml milk; 120 ml ketchup (half for mix, half for glaze); 15 ml Worcestershire sauce; 15 ml Dijon mustard; 5 g salt; 2.5 g ground black pepper; 5 g smoked paprika; 2.5 g dried thyme

Difficulty

easy

Time

1h 35m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

American meatloaf is a true classic, a favorite on family tables. This recipe offers a juicy, flavorful meatloaf baked wrapped in crispy bacon, guaranteeing an extra burst of flavor and perfect texture. It's simple to prepare, yet hearty and incredibly delicious, and also excellent served cold. It's a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or even a festive lunch.

Steps

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan-assisted ovens). In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, half of the 1/2 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme. Mix thoroughly but do not overmix, just until all ingredients are combined.

Form and Bacon

Shape the meat mixture into an oblong loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Arrange the bacon slices over the top of the loaf, slightly overlapping, to completely cover the meatloaf. This helps retain moisture and adds extra flavor.

Bake and Glaze

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Then, remove from the oven and spread the remaining half of the ketchup over the top of the meatloaf. Return to the oven for another 20-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 71°C and the bacon is crispy.

Rest and Serve

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, keeping it moist. Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 180g
Calories	280 kcal	504 kcal
Protein	20g	36g
Fat	18g	32g
Carbohydrate	8g	14g
Fiber	1g	2g
Sugar	4g	7g

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American Meatloaf with Bacon

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Steps

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Form and Bacon

Bake and Glaze

Rest and Serve

Extra Tips

► Do not overmix the meat, as this can make the meatloaf dry and tough.

► Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes after baking; this allows the juices to redistribute, making it easier to slice.

► Leftover meatloaf is delicious cold in sandwiches or with a salad.

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