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Bourbon Glazed Meatloaf

Bourbon Glazed Meatloaf
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Sink your fork into this tender Bourbon Glazed Meatloaf bursting with savory and comforting flavors and a sweet and sticky glaze.

  • Author: Nicole Stover
  • Prep Time: 1
  • Cook Time: 80
  • Total Time: 1 hour 21 minutes
  • Yield: 10 1x
  • Category: Entree
  • Method: oven/grill
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Bourbon Meatloaf

  • 1 pound ground beef, ground round or ground sirloin recommended
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup sweet onion, finely diced, about 1 large onion
  • 1/3 cup celery, finely chopped, about 1 stalk
  • 1/2 cup red, orange, or yellow bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, shredded, about 2 small carrots
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1/8 cup bourbon
  • 1 cup plain panko bread crumbs
  • 1/3 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Bourbon Glaze

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sweet onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 1 cup ketchup, high fructose free recommended
  • 2–3 tablespoons honey, 2 for a tangier sauce, 3 for sweeter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper

Instructions

Bourbon Meatloaf

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onions, celery, and bell pepper. Allow them to cook for 5 minutes or until the onions are transluscent.
  2. Add the carrots and garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until the carrots are wilted.
  3. Add the bourbon and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Turn off the heat and stir in the panko breadcrumbs and parsley. Let cool completely.
  5. Add the eggs, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, and Dijon to a small bowl and whisk to combine. 
  6. Add the ground beef and pork and cooled vegetables to a large bowl. Pour the egg mixture over the top and mix until just combined.
  7. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Break off a piece of the meatloaf mixture and form a small patty. Allow both sides to cook until golden and cooked through. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the meat mixture into the center of the baking sheet and shape into a loaf form.
  9. Allow the meatloaf to refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat your oven or grill to 350 degrees. If grilling, prepare your grill for 2-zone cooking, banking your charcoal to one side to create a hot zone and cooler zone. Add wood chips if desired.
  11. Remove 1/4 cup of the bourbon glaze from the saucepan and brush a thin layer over the meatloaf. 
  12. Place your baking sheet on the cooler side of the grill or in the oven. Allow it to cook for 45 minutes undisturbed.
  13. After 45 minutes check the temperature. When your meatloaf is 145 degrees brush on a thick coat of the glaze.
  14. Allow the meatloaf to cook for another 15-20 minutes or until it reaches 165 degrees.
  15. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra glaze if desired.

Bourbon Glaze

  1. Heat a saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  2. Add the onions and allow them to cook until just beginning to turn golden, 10-15 minutes.
  3. Add the bourbon and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Let cook for 10 minutes. The mixture will slightly thicken and turn a little darker.
  5. Allow to cool. Reserve 1/4 cup for brushing onto the raw meatloaf. 

Notes

  • You can use all ground beef or ground turkey for this recipe. If using ground turkey use a combination of dark and white meat. 
  • For a tangier sauce only add 2 tbsp of honey. For a sweeter sauce add 3.
  • Always cook a small test patty before shaping your meatloaf. This will allow you to adjust your seasoning if needed. 

Find it online: https://beachgirlgrills.com/bourbon-glazed-meatloaf/