Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf (Print Format)
Ground beef, cheddar, and bacon topped with a sweet, smoky glaze for a satisfying family favorite.
# Ingredients:
→ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
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1/2 cup dill pickle relish or run a few pickles through the food processor
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2 pounds lean ground beef
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1/4 cup crispy fried onions (or substitute 2 tablespoons onion flakes or 1 teaspoon onion powder)
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2 eggs
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1 cup panko bread crumbs
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon smoke flavor
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8 ounces sharp cheddar, small dice
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16 slices uncooked bacon, divided
→ Glaze
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1/2 cup ketchup (use any kind you like)
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1 tablespoon maple syrup or equal amount of brown sugar
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1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Drain most of the liquid out of the pickle relish.
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In a large bowl, combine the pickle relish, ground beef, fried onions, eggs, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, and smoke flavor. Mix lightly until combined.
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Use scissors to snip 6 bacon strips into small pieces and gently mix them into the meatloaf mixture. Then gently mix in the diced cheddar cheese.
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Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a 9x13-inch baking pan or on a baking sheet. Line the pan with aluminum foil to minimize cleanup if desired. Lay the remaining bacon slices on top of the loaf.
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Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) on a meat thermometer.
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In a small bowl, mix the ketchup, maple syrup, and sriracha (if using).
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Brush the glaze over the meatloaf and return it to the oven. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
# Tips:
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You can substitute brown sugar for maple syrup in the glaze.