Bacon-Wrapped Buffalo Meatloaf
Bacon-Wrapped Buffalo Meatloaf is a mouthwatering twist on a classic American comfort food. This dish combines the rich and savory flavors of buffalo meat with the smoky and salty goodness of bacon, creating a truly indulgent and satisfying meal. The combination of lean and flavorful buffalo meat with the crispy and decadent bacon creates a unique and irresistible culinary experience that will delight the taste buds of any meat lover.
Prep Time:
40 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
Ingredients
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-heat. Cook and stir chopped bacon in hot butter until almost crisp, 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 3
Pulse onion, carrot, celery, red bell pepper, poblano pepper, mushrooms, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. Add vegetable mixture and rosemary to bacon in the skillet; cook and stir until vegetables soften and sweeten, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Mix vegetable mixture, bread crumbs, and milk together in a bowl. Let cool to room temperature. Stir egg, salt, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and cayenne pepper into vegetable mixture. Add buffalo meat to vegetable mixture and mix with your hands until well-blended.
Step 5
Turn meat mixture out into prepared baking dish and shape into a 9x5x3-inch meatloaf. Lay bacon strips crosswise over the top of the meatloaf, tucking in ends of bacon under the loaf.
Step 6
Whisk rice vinegar, brown sugar, and mustard together in a bowl until glaze is smooth.
Step 7
Bake meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Brush glaze over loaf and continue baking until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 155 degrees F (68 degrees C). Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
348
Calories
14g
Fat
19g
Carbs
36g
Protein
Complement
The marriage of flavors in Bacon-Wrapped Buffalo Meatloaf is complemented by a blend of herbs and spices, adding depth and complexity to the dish. The bacon not only adds a layer of richness and crispiness, but also helps to lock in the moisture of the buffalo meat, resulting in a tender and juicy meatloaf. Whether served as a hearty weeknight dinner or as the centerpiece of a special gathering, Bacon-Wrapped Buffalo Meatloaf is sure to impress and satisfy anyone who enjoys a hearty and flavorful meal. With its bold and robust flavors, this unique twist on traditional meatloaf is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their meatloaf game.