Smoked Meatloaf
Indulge in the rich, smoky flavors of this Smoked Meatloaf, a delightful twist on a classic comfort food. Crafted with ground beef and turkey bacon, this dish is elevated by the infusion of smoky goodness from your electric smoker. It’s perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or meal prep, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor and satisfying texture. This recipe allows for easy customization with your favorite seasonings while remaining approachable for cooks of all skill levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 strips turkey bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 2 eggs (whisked)
- ½ cup Italian Panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup yellow onion (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat your electric smoker to 325°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked turkey bacon, whisked eggs, Panko bread crumbs, milk, seasoned salt, garlic powder, chopped onion, black pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until just combined to avoid density.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on the smoker rack.
- Smoke for about 1½ hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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