Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf

Ingredients

• MEATLOAF
• 900 g 90% lean ground beef
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tbsp dried parsley flakes
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 3 tbsp ketchup
• 50 g panko breadcrumbs
• 180 ml milk
• 1 onion, grated
• 8–10 bacon rashers
• KETCHUP GLAZE
• 120 ml ketchup
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tsp apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
• A pinch of salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (370°F).
2. Place the ground beef in a large mixing bowl.
3. Add the panko breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, 3 tablespoons ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, grated onion and black pepper.
4. Mix gently until evenly combined, taking care not to compress the meat excessively.
5. Shape the mixture into an even loaf in a baking dish or on a lined baking tray.
6. Lay the bacon rashers over the loaf, slightly overlapping them and tucking the ends underneath where possible.
7. Mix the glaze ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
8. Brush approximately half of the glaze over the bacon.
9. Bake for approximately 45 minutes.
10. Brush with the remaining glaze.
11. Return to the oven for another 15 minutes, or until the centre reaches at least 71°C.
12. Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing.