Bacon-Wrapped Smoked Meatloaf

This Bacon-Wrapped Smoked Meatloaf has an irresistibly smoky flavor on the outside with a tender center. The bacon is weaved and wrapped around the meatloaf to create a beautiful crispy, caramelized exterior.

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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 2 30

Total Time: 2 45

Servings

Calories: 771kcal

Author: Angela Morris

Equipment

Ingredients

2 pounds (907 g) ground beef
1/2 onion finely diced
1/3 cup (36 g) breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon (16 g) tomato paste
1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
1 egg lightly beaten
1 teaspoon (6 g) salt
1/2 teaspoon (1 g) ground black pepper
1/3 cup (79 ml) BBQ sauce
1 pound (454 g) thick-cut bacon

Instructions

Preheat the smoker to 250° F.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef through black pepper. Mix to combine, but don’t overwork. Shape into a loaf.
Weave the bacon together into a 6x6 sheet. Wrap the weaved bacon around the meatloaf and secure it with toothpicks.
Place the loaf on the grill and smoke for about 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 160° F, basting with BBQ sauce every 30 minutes in the last hour.
Remove from smoker and rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

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