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Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 lb ground beef, lamb, pork, or poultry
  • 8 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 6 3/4 tablespoons shredded cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano or dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 7 3/4 oz. sliced bacon
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, for the gravy
  • 1/2 tablespoon tamari soy sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Cook the onion in butter until soft but not browned.
  3. Place the ground meat in a bowl and add all remaining ingredients except the bacon.
  4. Mix well without overworking the mixture.
  5. Form into a loaf and place in a baking dish.
  6. Wrap the loaf with bacon slices.
  7. Bake in the center of the oven for about 45 minutes.
  8. If the bacon browns too quickly, cover with aluminum foil and reduce the heat slightly.
  9. Reserve the juices that accumulate in the baking dish.
  10. Combine the juices with the cream in a saucepan.
  11. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until thickened.
  12. Add tamari soy sauce if desired.
  13. Serve with broccoli, cauliflower, or another preferred side dish.

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