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Nov 03, 2011

Honey BBQ Meatloaf

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Can I confess something?

I have a deep love for meatloaf.

Still here?

I know, I know – no one likes to talk about meatloaf. First of all, the word meatloaf is horrible. Beyond horrible even. It just sounds unappetizing. Second, the idea of a big log of ground meat? Also unappetizing.

But I love it. Looooove it. I would make it weekly if I thought my husband wouldn’t complain. I have a favorite recipe (the one my mom made when I was growing up, of course) but I’ve been trying to shake things up lately. I made this recipe awhile ago (delicious!) and this time around, I made a Honey BBQ version.

This is a pretty normal meatloaf but it has BBQ sauce mixed right into the meat and then it’s topped with BBQ sauce and honey. I can’t even talk about how good that smelled in the oven. Ridiculous.

The only problem here? It was too small! Definitely double the recipe if you’re feeding more than a couple people. You’ll want leftovers, I promise.

5 from 1 vote
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Honey BBQ Meatloaf
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
 
Ingredients
  • 1 pound 90% lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce divided
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 3/4 cup smoky barbecue sauce divided
  • 2 tablespoons honey divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, use your hands to mix together the ground beef, panko bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce, the dijon mustard, 1/2 cup of the barbecue sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Shape the mixture into a long, thick log and place in an oiled baking dish. Be careful not to pack the meat too tightly or you’ll end up with a very dense, tough loaf.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, and 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce. Spread half of this mixture evenly all over the meatloaf. Reserve the other half for serving.
  4. Bake for 45 minutes to an hour. Slice and drizzle with reserved honey barbecue sauce.


Filed Under: beef Tagged With: beef, meatloaf

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Comments

  1. Rachel @ Not Rachael Ray says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 6:12 am

    Looks great! I love a good meatloaf myself!

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  2. 1 Funky Woman says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 7:09 am

    I totally hate the name but love meatloaf also! My son is not a fan but this one he might try! He loves anything honey barbecue!

    Thanks for the recipe, I’ll let you know what he t hinks!

    Megan

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  3. Blog is the New Black says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 7:15 am

    I LOVE meatloaf… and I love this one in particular- what a nice twist!

    Reply
  4. Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 9:55 am

    I’m a lover of the loaf as well. That’s hatd to sau outloud.

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  5. Renee {Eat.Live.Blog} says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 10:02 am

    I’m with you! I love it too. But the BF hates the thought of it…even if he has never had it. Very odd….

    Reply
  6. Pam @ From Apples To Zucchini says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 11:17 am

    We’re loaf lovers here too, although I make most of mine out of turkey or chicken anymore. This one looks yummy!

    Reply
  7. Kate H. says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 1:29 pm

    I love meatloaf, too. My mom makes the best! I can’t wait to try this recipe!

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  8. Amy's Cooking Adventures says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    I like meatloaf, too, but I never think to make it! Thanks for a great twist on an old classic!

    Reply
  9. Lora @ theamericaine.blogspot.com says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 2:47 pm

    Meatloaf is one of my favorites! And sure the name may be a bit off putting but how does a loaf of meat sound bad? It frankly is a bit titillating if you ask me. And it could always be worse. Imagine how bad headcheese feels?

    Reply
  10. Miriam @ Overtime Cook says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 7:45 pm

    I don’t think I’ve ever made meatloaf, but I once had one that I would actually call “delicious.” Which means I am open to trying it. Yours does sound really delicious.

    -Miriam

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  11. Laney says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    I love me some meatloaf too! I have even made a buffalo chicken one with ground chicken, blue cheese crumbles and buffalo sauce. Yum!

    Reply
  12. Dana says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 8:51 pm

    This looks sooo yummy, I want to make it for dinner this weekend! Sadly, my sweetie can’t eat red meat…wonder if ground turkey would work???

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    • Kelly says

      Nov 04, 2011 at 12:14 pm

      I’ve made meatloaf with ground turkey many times. Works great!

      Reply
  13. Nutmeg Nanny says

    Nov 03, 2011 at 8:53 pm

    I love love love meatloaf! It’s one of my favorite fall/winter meals. Luckily my other half loves it too :)

    BTW….isn’t this your fathers recipes ;)

    Reply
  14. Kelly says

    Nov 04, 2011 at 12:14 pm

    I love meatloaf, too. But name… oh, the horrible name. DH and I jokingly call it a meat log… eew. But YUMMM. I love the idea of a BBQ loaf. I always make mine “Italian” but I think I need to mix it up next time and go with BBQ!

    Reply
  15. Deb @ Ate by Ate says

    Nov 06, 2011 at 7:32 am

    My mum and I enjoy meatloaf too but we rarely eat it for some reason! I really want to make some mini turkey ones or something, and speaking of leftovers, I hear meatloaf makes a mean cold sandwich! :)

    Reply
  16. Tracey says

    Nov 07, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    Oh yay, another meatloaf lover! I am so with you. Can’t wait to try this variation, it sounds delicious!

    Reply
  17. Andrea A says

    Sep 03, 2012 at 10:18 pm

    I made this for dinner tonight and it is absolutely delicious.

    Reply
  18. Donna says

    Mar 13, 2020 at 1:28 am

    Honey BBQ Meatloaf- What temp. to cook it at?

    Reply

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