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Savory Bacon-Wrapped Smoked Meatloaf Recipe Easy Dad’s Favorite

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A smoky, bacon-wrapped meatloaf that combines ground beef and pork, smoked low and slow for a juicy, flavorful dinner perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900 g) ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 pound (450 g) ground pork
  • About 12 thick-cut bacon strips
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (about 100 g) breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (dairy or dairy-free)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce (optional, for glazing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your smoker or grill to 250°F (120°C). Soak wood chips (hickory or applewood) for about 30 minutes before placing them on the coals or in the smoker box.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic. Add breadcrumbs soaked in milk, beaten eggs, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley if using. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
  3. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf about 9 inches long and 5 inches wide on a large sheet of foil or baking tray.
  4. Lay out bacon strips side-by-side, slightly overlapping, to form a mat. Place the meatloaf at one edge and roll it up tightly in the bacon, tucking ends underneath to cover the entire loaf.
  5. Transfer the bacon-wrapped loaf onto a wire rack or foil-lined smoker tray. Smoke for about 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  6. In the last 30 minutes of smoking, brush BBQ sauce over the bacon to form a sticky glaze (optional).
  7. Remove the meatloaf from the smoker and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Keep smoker temperature steady at 250°F to prevent bacon from burning. Use a spray bottle of water to control flare-ups. Rest meatloaf before slicing to retain juices. Can be baked in oven at 350°F for 1 hour wrapped in foil with bacon added last 20 minutes if no smoker is available.

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