Garlicky Bacon Meatloaf came as a surprise to me. It wasn't what I was intending to make when I took the ground beef out of the freezer. My plan WAS meatloaf, but I thought I'd just throw together a plain old meatloaf with ketchup. The ingredients, however, had other plans.
I went to the pantry to grab my bread crumbs and stuck in front of the container was a box of Lipton Recipe Secrets - Savory Herb & Garlic (not where they belong - surprise, surprise). Since it was right there, I thought maybe that would add a nice flavor to the meatloaf, so I grabbed a package along with the breadcrumbs and threw it in with the meat.
The bacon came along when I was making Cheesy Waffle Fries to go along with the meatloaf. I had a few extra slices that wouldn't fit in the frying pan, so I threw them on top the meatloaf, just before I stuck it in the oven.
Isn't it amazing how these things come together? The flavor of the Savory Herb & Garlic packet was just the right touch, flavoring the meat deliciously without being overpowering. While, the bacon added moisture, flavor and a smooth texture to the meat that I didn't expect. It wasn't even greasy.
Here's the recipe - I hope you enjoy it too :)
Garlicky Bacon Meatloaf
2 lbs. ground beef
2 eggs
2 tablespoons cold water
1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
1 package Lipton Recipe Secrets - Savory Herb & Garlic
5 to 7 slices bacon
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Mix all of the ingredients, except the bacon, in a large bowl.
Press the meatloaf mixture into an 8" x 8" casserole dish.
Lay bacon slices over the meatloaf in any arrangement you like.
Bake, uncovered, for 40 to 50 minutes.
Serve with Spicy French Fries or Cheesy Waffle Fries.
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