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Savory Maple Bourbon Glazed Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf

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A juicy and tender meatloaf wrapped in crispy bacon and glazed with a sweet and smoky maple bourbon sauce, perfect for cozy dinners and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion (yellow or white)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 8–10 slices thick-cut bacon (center-cut recommended)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, and breadcrumbs. Add milk, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix gently until just combined, about 5 minutes.
  3. Shape the mixture into a loaf about 9 inches long and 4 inches wide on the prepared baking sheet. Press gently to hold shape but do not pack tightly.
  4. Lay bacon slices over the meatloaf, slightly overlapping and covering the entire loaf. Tuck ends underneath if needed.
  5. In a small saucepan, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened but still pourable.
  6. Brush the glaze generously over the bacon-wrapped meatloaf, reserving some glaze for later.
  7. Bake the meatloaf for 50-60 minutes. Halfway through baking, brush more glaze over the bacon. Tent loosely with foil if bacon browns too quickly.
  8. Check doneness with a meat thermometer; internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C). If no thermometer, pierce center and ensure juices run clear.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to avoid toughness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness. Apply glaze in layers for a sticky, flavorful crust. Rest meatloaf after baking for juicy slices. Tent with foil if bacon browns too fast. Thick-cut bacon crisps better without drying out. Glaze simmers gently to avoid burning sugars.

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Keywords: meatloaf, bacon-wrapped, maple bourbon glaze, comfort food, easy dinner, savory meatloaf, glazed meatloaf

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