Smoked Cherry BBQ Meatloaf
Ingredients
Optional
For finishing
Instructions
Preheat the smoker:
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Preheat the smoker to 275°F. Lightly oil a wire rack or smoker-safe tray. Set up a drip pan underneath if desired.
Make the panade:
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In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for about 5 minutes so the crumbs absorb the liquid.
Mix the meatloaf:
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To the breadcrumb mixture, add: eggs, 2 tablespoons Cherry BBQ Glaze, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, sage, salt, pepper, grated carrot, if using. Stir to combine.
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Add the ground beef. Mix gently with your hands just until combined. Do not overmix.
Shape the loaves:
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Divide the mixture into 2 equal portions. Shape each into a loaf about: 7–8 inches long, 3–3 1/2 inches wide, and about 2 inches thick
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Place the loaves on the prepared rack with space between them.
Smoke the meatloaf:
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Place the loaves in the smoker. Smoke at 275°F until the internal temperature reaches about 130–140°F. Brush on the first coat of Cherry BBQ Glaze. Continue smoking until the loaves reach about 150–155°F. Brush on a second coat of glaze. Continue cooking until the center reaches 160–165°F.
Rest and serve:
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Remove the meatloaves from the smoker.
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Rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
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Serve with extra Cherry BBQ Glaze on the side.
