Description
A comforting meatloaf filled with cheddar and crispy bacon, finished with a sticky whiskey-barbecue glaze.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices crispy crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup whiskey (or apple juice for nonalcoholic version)
- 1/4 cup ketchup
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- 3. Flatten the mixture into a rectangular shape, layer cheddar and bacon in the center, and roll to enclose.
- 4. For the glaze, whisk barbecue sauce, whiskey, and ketchup in a saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 5. Brush the meatloaf with the glaze and bake for 50-60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting halfway through.
- 6. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.