Smoky Bourbon BBQ Beef Meatloaf (Printable Format)

Smoky bourbon BBQ beef wrapped in bacon offers a juicy, flavorful entrée sure to satisfy any table.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ For the Meatloaf Cupcakes

01 - 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
02 - 1 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
05 - 1/4 cup diced onion
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, plus extra for glazing
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 - 8 slices beef bacon

→ For the Potato Mash

13 - 2 large russet potatoes
14 - 1/2 cup milk
15 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
16 - Salt and pepper to taste
17 - Chopped chives for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a muffin tin.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, onion, garlic, egg, barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix by hand just until evenly blended.
03 - Divide the meat mixture into eight equal portions and shape each into a ball. Wrap each ball with one slice of beef bacon, tucking ends underneath, then place each wrapped portion in the muffin tin wells.
04 - Brush or drizzle each bacon-wrapped meatloaf cupcake with additional barbecue sauce. Bake on the middle rack for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the centers reach 160°F.
05 - Let finished meatloaf cupcakes cool for 5 minutes in the tin to allow juices to settle.
06 - Carefully lift each cupcake from the muffin tin and arrange on a serving platter. Top with more barbecue sauce and sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives.
07 - Peel and cube the russet potatoes. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon or pipe potato mash over cupcakes and garnish with chives if desired.
08 - Serve warm, accompanied by a fresh salad or your favorite vegetables.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For a smokier flavor, use smoked barbecue sauce or add a dash of liquid smoke to the beef mixture.

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