Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatloaf
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1/2 cup dill pickle relish (drained) or finely processed pickles
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2 pounds lean ground beef
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1/4 cup crispy fried onions (or 2 tbsp onion flakes or 1 tsp onion powder)
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2 large eggs
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1 cup panko bread crumbs
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavor
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8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, diced
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6 slices bacon, chopped
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10 slices bacon, whole (for topping)
→ Glaze
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon maple syrup or brown sugar
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1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
# Instructions:
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Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat.
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In a large bowl, combine the drained pickle relish, ground beef, fried onions, eggs, panko, Worcestershire sauce, and smoke flavor. Mix gently until combined.
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Snip 6 bacon slices into pieces and fold them into the meat mixture along with the diced cheddar.
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Form the mixture into a loaf and place it in a 9x13 baking dish or on a lined baking sheet. Lay the remaining whole bacon strips over the top.
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Bake for 50–60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F using a meat thermometer.
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Mix ketchup with maple syrup and sriracha (if using).
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Brush the glaze over the baked meatloaf and return to the oven for another 5–10 minutes to set the glaze.
# Notes:
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Use brown sugar as a swap for maple syrup if preferred.
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Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing to hold its shape better.