Savory Lemon BBQ Meatloaf Recipe: A Flavorful Twist!

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds of flavorful ground beef
• ¼ cup of zesty lemon juice
• ½ cup of refreshing water
• 1 beaten egg for binding
• 4 slices of day-old bread, torn into tiny pieces
• ¼ cup of finely chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons of savory seasoning salt
• ½ cup of tangy ketchup
• ⅓ cup of rich brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon of aromatic mustard powder
• ¼ teaspoon of warm ground allspice
• ¼ teaspoon of fragrant ground cloves
• 6 slices of vibrant lemon

Step 1

Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and get your favorite 9x13 inch baking dish ready by giving it a light greasing.

Step 2

In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with a zesty squeeze of lemon juice, a splash of water, a cracked egg, some bread crumbs, diced onion, and your favorite seasoning salt. Mix everything together until it forms a flavorful mixture. Shape this delicious concoction into 6 individual loaves, maybe getting creative by forming them into large balls for a fun twist. Arrange them comfortably in your prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Pop your loaves into the preheated oven and let them bake for around 15 minutes while you whip up the tasty topping. In a small bowl, blend together some ketchup, a hint of brown sugar, a touch of mustard powder, a sprinkle of allspice, and a pinch of cloves. Once mixed, generously spoon this flavorful sauce over each loaf and finish off by placing a fresh slice of lemon on top of each one.

Step 4

Return the baking dish to the oven and let it bake for an additional 30 minutes or until the loaves are perfectly cooked through. Enjoy the aroma wafting through your kitchen as you eagerly anticipate the delicious meal that awaits!