Texas Meatloaf

Get ready to elevate your comfort food game with this mouthwatering Texas Meatloaf recipe! Packed with a rich blend of ground beef and pork, this Southern-inspired dish delivers bold, smoky flavors thanks to chili powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of cumin. Diced onions and bell peppers add a savory, fresh crunch, while a sweet-and-tangy homemade glaze featuring barbecue sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar takes it over the top. Perfectly moist yet hearty, this classic meatloaf is baked to perfection and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, green beans, or cornbread for a complete, satisfying meal. Whether you're feeding a family or hosting a dinner party, this Texas Meatloaf is sure to impress with its irresistible flavor and rustic charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 lbs Ground pork
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 0.5 cups Ketchup
• 1 tsp Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and milk. Let the breadcrumbs soak while you prepare the other ingredients.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic.

Step 4

Add the soaked breadcrumbs, eggs, 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.

Step 5

Using clean hands, gently mix all the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 6

Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet, or press it into the loaf pan if using.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, and hot sauce (if using). Mix until smooth.

Step 8

Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf, reserving the rest for later.

Step 9

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 60 minutes. Remove it from the oven and spread the remaining glaze over the top.

Step 10

Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 11

Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or cornbread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2185.5 grams (2185.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4174

Total Fat 249.00g	319%
Saturated Fat 94.50g	472%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 1213mg	404%
Sodium 7527mg	327%
Total Carbohydrate 239.10g	87%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 152.20g
Protein 240.60g	481%

Vitamin D 190IU	950%
Calcium 659mg	51%
Iron 30mg	168%
Potassium 4065mg	86%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 23.0%