Best 10 Bacon Meat Loaf Recipes

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**Bacon Meatloaf: A Savory and Hearty Dish for Any Occasion**

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed by families for generations. This hearty dish is typically made with ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and seasonings. However, this recipe adds a delicious twist with the addition of bacon. The bacon adds a smoky flavor and crispy texture that takes this meatloaf to the next level. The recipe also includes three variations: a classic meatloaf, a cheesy meatloaf, and a BBQ meatloaf. Each variation has its own unique flavor and texture, so you can choose the one that best suits your taste. All three meatloaf recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. So, whether you are looking for a classic comfort food dish or something new and exciting, this bacon meatloaf recipe is sure to please.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

BACON-TOPPED MEAT LOAF



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My family loves meat loaf-and this one in particular. I created this bacon meatloaf after trying and adjusting many other recipes over the years. Cheddar cheese tucked inside and a flavorful bacon topping dress it up just right for Sunday dinner! -Sue Call, Beech Grove, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chili sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 bacon strips, halved

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with bacon., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°. Drain; let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

BACON-WRAPPED MEAT LOAF



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"Our family and friends love this no-fail recipe. It's a staple in our home." A topping of bacon adds wonderful flavor to this moist meat loaf. The brown sugar ketchup glaze takes it to a whole new level. Yum! -Zac Freeman and Paige Ponder, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2/3 cup crushed saltines
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground veal
9 slices bacon strips
SAUCE:
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil for 4-5 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon, pepper sauce, saltine, parsley and seasonings; stir in onion mixture. Crumble meats over mixture and mix well. With wet hands, shape into a loaf and place in a greased foil-lined 13-in.x 9-in. baking dish., In a small saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients; cook and stir until the sugar is dissolved and sauce has thickened. Spoon some sauce over loaf; place bacon over top., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 849mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BACON-TOPPED VENISON MEAT LOAF



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I caught my fiance eating this meat loaf cold, right out of the fridge! He encouraged me to send in the recipe. If you have a deer hunter in the family, be sure to give this a try.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
2 cups soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound ground venison
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
4 bacon strips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble venison and sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with bacon strips. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 159mg cholesterol, Sodium 581mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BACON & CHEESE MEAT LOAF



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We created this recipe to convince my son to try meat loaf, adding blue cheese and bacon for flavor. It worked! -Lila Allen, Fallon, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 loaf (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon canola oil
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 pounds ground beef
TOPPING:
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrot and onion; cook and stir until tender. Cool slightly. , In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, crumbled bacon, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, seasonings and carrot mixture. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly., Shape into an 8x4-in. loaf in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°. , In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients; mix well. Pat onto meat loaf; let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Remove to a platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 31g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 190mg cholesterol, Sodium 1072mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

BACON SWISS MEAT LOAF



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This recipe is quick because I already have packages of cooked bacon and shredded cheese in my freezer. I just defrost them and add them to the ground beef mixture.-Kimberly Lund, Park City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large egg
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon (about 12 bacon strips), divided
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1-1/2 pounds ground beef

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, 1 cup Swiss cheese, 3/4 cup bacon, bread crumbs, garlic powder and onion powder. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°. Drain. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon. Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts :

BACON & TOMATO-TOPPED MEAT LOAF



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I started with a meat loaf recipe I had that includes horseradish and added a few other complementary flavors. The result was a tender meat loaf with visible bits of veggies and plenty of savory flavor.-Cheryl Moring, New Edinburg, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 small onion, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon dry red wine or beef broth
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
1/2 pound bacon strips
TOPPING:
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the onion, celery and green pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly., Add the egg, horseradish, wine, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, bread crumbs, flour, brown sugar and seasonings. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well. Pat into an ungreased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Place bacon strips over meat loaf; tuck in ends., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55 minutes. Combine tomatoes and tomato sauce; spoon over loaf. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 34g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BACON MEAT LOAF



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For this fast family fare, Candace thaws a portion of Ground Beef mix, shapes it into a loaf and covers it with tomato sauce and bacon. Since there's little preparation before popping it in the oven, this main dish is ideal for busy weeknights.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 portion Ground Beef Mix, thawed
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
4 bacon strips, halved

Steps:

  • Shape beef mix into a loaf; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with tomato sauce. , Bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Cook bacon until almost done; place over loaf. Bake 10 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 579mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

MEAT LOAF STUFFED POBLANO PEPPERS WITH BACON



MEAT LOAF STUFFED POBLANO PEPPERS WITH BACON image

I MADE THIS RECIPE IN AN ATTEMPT TO PLEASE BOTH MY HUSBAND & MYSELF. He wanted stuffed Peppers, & I had a taste for meat Loaf, so to satisfy both our palates I decided to make THIS recipe, it is a spin off from a recipe I already have posted for Individual Meat Loaves Wrapped in Bacon. It made both of us very happy, & because we...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h55m

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 1/2 lb ground beef chuck
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 large vidalia onion, chopped
3 medium jalapeno peppers, chopped
6 clove garlic, chopped
2 pkg dry ranch dressing mix, (i used a aldi's brand)
3/4 c coconut flour
1 c fancy shredded parmesan cheese
1 c grated parmesan cheese
3/4 c mozzarella cheese
1 can(s) petite diced tomatoes, well drained
3 large eggs , room temperature
3/4 c evaporated milk
1 Tbsp ground cumin
2 tsp coarse ground black pepper
2-4 slice thick sliced bacon, cut in half, i only had 2 slices
1 jar(s) ragu traditional spaghetti sauce 24 oz, or sauce of your choice
6 large poblano peppers, cut in half
3/4 c no sugar added catsup or bbq sauce i used my homemade version

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. These are some of the main ingredients I used.
  • 2. Cut the onions, peppers & garlic and process in food processor or by hand to desired size.
  • 3. Using a very large bowl, add in the ground beef.
  • 4. Next add in the chopped veggies & dry ranch dressing & mix together to blend.
  • 5. Now add in both parmesan cheeses, catsup or BBQ sauce & stir to mix together.
  • 6. Drain diced tomatoes throughly before adding to meat mixture.
  • 7. Measure out the coconut flour and add to meat mixture along with the spices & evaporated milk and mix until mixture holds together. NOTE: COCONUT FLOUR HELPS TO KEEP THE MEAT MIXTURE TOGETHER.
  • 8. Wash & prep poblano peppers, cut in half, spray a large casserole dish with non stick cooking spray, and add in the pepper halves. I needed to use 2 dishes.
  • 9. Shape Meat mixture to fill each poblano pepper half. Then repeat until all are filled.
  • 10. Top each half with a half strip of bacon. I pre cooked mine in the microwave for a couple of minutes to remove some of the fat. Then pour sauce in bottom of dish around peppers. If you are making two dishes as I did, then reserve half of the sauce for the other casserole dish.
  • 11. Now cover each dish with a lid or tightly with aluminum foil. Then place in preheated 375 degrees F. oven & bake for 50 minutes.
  • 12. Remove lid or cover after 50 minutes, then top each portion with shredded mozzarella cheese. Return to oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese melts.
  • 13. Remove from oven allow to sit for a few minutes before serving with some of the added sauce if desired. Nutritional info was calculated using MY FITNESS PAL Serves 14 Average servings, Calories 384, Fat 22 grams, Cholesterol 54Mg, Sodium 748 Mg, Potassium 397Mg, Carbohydrates 15G, Fiber 4 G, Sugars 2, Protein 31, and net carbs 11 g.

DAD'S CHEESY BACON WRAPPED MEAT LOAF



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This is a recipe my dad has been making for years. Great for the cheese and bacon lover-- it's a huge hit with crowds, even kids! And it's a great comfort food!

Provided by Ashley

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Stuffed Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
2 eggs
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small yellow onion, diced
6 slices bacon
8 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, cut into quarters
1 tablespoon ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine ground beef, eggs and 2 tablespoons of ketchup in a large bowl. Mix well, then add bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, oregano, basil, pepper, and onion. Set mixture aside. Line the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan with bacon, widthwise. Place half of the meat mixture across the top of the bacon. Lay 3 of the 4 pieces of Cheddar cheese across the center of the meat, lengthwise. Cover the cheese with the second half of the meat mixture and mold the meat into a loaf shape. Pull the ends of the bacon up and around the loaf. Spread 1 tablespoon of ketchup thinly over the loaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Remove from the oven.
  • Cut the final piece of Cheddar cheese into slices and place on top of the meat loaf. Return the meat loaf to the oven and continue baking until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow the meat loaf to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 207.1 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 43.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.3 g, Sodium 945.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

BACON TOPPED MEAT LOAF RECIPE



Bacon Topped Meat Loaf Recipe image

Provided by flour_arrangements

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chili sauce
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar
cheese
2/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef
2 bacon strips, halved

Steps:

  • 1. In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with bacon. 2. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a meat thermometer reads 160°. Drain; let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork: This will give the meatloaf a more flavorful and moist texture.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
  • Add some bread crumbs to the meatloaf mixture: This will help absorb the juices and keep the meatloaf moist.
  • Wrap the meatloaf in bacon: This will help keep the meatloaf moist and add a delicious smoky flavor.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a low temperature: This will help prevent the meatloaf from drying out.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meatloaf and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

This bacon-wrapped meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give this bacon-wrapped meatloaf a try. You won't be disappointed!

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