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Honey BBQ Meatloaf Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Honey BBQ Meatloaf is a juicy and flavorful comfort food classic, featuring ground beef blended with breadcrumbs, egg, and a touch of honey-infused BBQ sauce. It’s perfectly glazed with a sweet and smoky honey BBQ topping, baked to tender perfection, making it an ideal dinner choice that satisfies hearty appetites.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Glaze

  • ¼ cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the meatloaf evenly.
  2. Prepare Meat Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, ¼ cup BBQ sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are just incorporated to avoid overmixing, which can make the meatloaf dense.
  3. Shape and Place: Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape using your hands and place it into a suitable baking dish or loaf pan.
  4. Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, stir together ¼ cup BBQ sauce and 1 tablespoon honey to create the sweet and smoky glaze.
  5. Apply Glaze: Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the shaped meatloaf to coat it thoroughly before baking.
  6. Bake: Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the meatloaf is cooked through.
  7. Rest: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender slices.
  8. Serve: Slice the meatloaf and serve with your favorite sides for a comforting and hearty meal.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender and juicy.
  • Use lean ground beef (90% lean or higher) for a good balance of flavor and fat.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/honey-bbq-meatloaf-recipe/