Ultimate Glazed Meatloaf

Name: Ultimate Glazed Meatloaf
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lb Ground beef ((85%-90% lean)); 1 lb Ground sweet Italian sausage; 2 Large eggs; 1 Red onion (medium, finely chopped); 3 clove Garlic (minced); 2 Poblano or Anaheim pepper (medium, finely diced (boosted for flavor)); 2 cup Cremini mushrooms (finely chopped); Ritz crackers (2 sleeves, crushed); 1/2 cup Milk; 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese (finely grated); 1/2 cup Fresh parsley (chopped); 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 1/2 tsp Kosher salt (to taste); 1/2 tsp Black pepper (to taste); 2 tsp Paprika (smoked paprika if possible); 2 tsp Italian seasoning; 8 -10 slices Applewood-smoked bacon (optional, for wrapping - but is it really optional??); 1/2 cup Ketchup; 2 tbsp Brown sugar; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp Adobo sauce; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1-2 tsp Hot sauce (optional); 4 cup Beef stock (high-quality, homemade, or concentrated store-bought); 1 cup Bold red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot); 2 tbsp Tomato paste (don't forget, you can roast it for a few minutes before adding to unlock flavor!); Red onion (½ medium, finely chopped); 2 clove Garlic (minced); 2 tbsp Butter; 2 tbsp Flour (for a roux)

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Prep:30minCook:50min

This Ultimate Glazed Meatloaf is a flavor-packed twist on a classic comfort dish. Combining juicy ground beef, sweet Italian sausage, and a medley of bold ingredients like poblano peppers, Pecorino Romano, and smoky bacon, it’s a true crowd-pleaser. Topped with a tangy-sweet glaze and served with an optional luxurious demi-glace, this recipe transforms everyday meatloaf into a gourmet centerpiece. Perfectly seasoned, beautifully caramelized, and irresistibly hearty, it’s a dinner guaranteed to impress AND satisfy every appetite!

Ultimate Glazed Meatloaf

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