Smoked Meatloaf (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatloaf
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2 lbs. ground beef (85/15)
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3/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs
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3/4 cup whole milk
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1/2 cup finely minced yellow onion
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1/3 cup chili sauce (or ketchup)
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2 eggs, beaten
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Kosher salt
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Fresh cracked pepper
→ Topping
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1/2 cup BBQ sauce
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1/4 cup chili sauce or ketchup
# Instructions:
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Turn pellet grill to smoke setting to preheat.
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, chili sauce, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, Kosher salt, and fresh cracked pepper. Mix just until ingredients are incorporated. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
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Shape mixture into a loaf and transfer to a parchment-lined pizza pan, wire rack, or grill pan.
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Place meatloaf in pellet grill and smoke for 10 minutes at the smoke setting.
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While meatloaf is smoking, combine BBQ sauce and chili sauce (or ketchup) in a small bowl for the topping.
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Increase grill temperature to 250 degrees and continue smoking for 4 hours. Brush meatloaf with 1/4 cup of the topping mixture every 30 minutes until all glaze is used.
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After approximately 2 hours, insert a thermometer probe into the meatloaf. Remove from smoker when internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Allow meatloaf to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with air fryer green beans and herb roasted baby potatoes.
# Notes:
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This meatloaf is prepared on a pellet smoker for an enhanced smoky flavor profile.
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Z Grill or similar pellet smokers work well for this recipe.